Lemon Cheesecake Bites
Brighten up your dessert table with these zesty Lemon Cheesecake Bites, the perfect blend of creamy indulgence and refreshing citrus zing. Featuring a buttery graham cracker crust and a silky-smooth cheesecake filling infused with freshly squeezed lemon juice and vibrant lemon zest, these bite-sized treats are a citrus lover’s dream. Ready in under an hour and easy to make in a muffin pan, they’re an ideal option for parties, potlucks, or simply satisfying your sweet tooth. Serve them chilled with a dollop of whipped cream or an extra sprinkle of lemon zest for a stunning presentation that’s as irresistible as it is effortless. Perfect for summer gatherings or anytime you crave a luscious, tangy dessert twist!
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Ingredients
- 1.5 cups Graham cracker crumbs
- 0.33 cups Unsalted butter, melted
- 0.25 cups Granulated sugar
- 16 ounces Cream cheese, softened
- 0.5 cups Granulated sugar
- 0.5 cups Sour cream
- 3 tablespoons Lemon juice, freshly squeezed
- 1 tablespoon Lemon zest
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 2 large Eggs
Directions
Step 1
Preheat your oven to 325°F (165°C) and line a 12-cup muffin pan with paper liners or lightly grease a mini muffin tin if making mini bites.
Step 2
In a medium bowl, mix together the graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and 1/4 cup sugar until the mixture resembles wet sand.
Step 3
Press about 1 tablespoon of the crumb mixture into the bottom of each muffin cup, pressing firmly to create a compact crust. Set aside.
Step 4
In a large bowl, beat the softened cream cheese and 1/2 cup sugar with a hand mixer or stand mixer on medium speed until smooth and creamy.
Step 5
Add the sour cream, lemon juice, lemon zest, and vanilla extract to the cream cheese mixture. Beat until fully combined.
Step 6
Add the eggs one at a time, beating on low speed after each addition just until blended.
Step 7
Spoon the cheesecake filling evenly over the prepared crusts, filling each muffin cup about 3/4 full.
Step 8
Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the centers are slightly set and no longer jiggly when gently shaken.
Step 9
Remove from the oven and allow the cheesecake bites to cool completely in the pan, then transfer them to the refrigerator to chill for at least 2 hours.
Step 10
Garnish with extra lemon zest or a dollop of whipped cream before serving, if desired.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1131.9g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 3912.1 |
| Total Fat 272.7g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 158.6g | 0% |
| Cholesterol 1102.2mg | 0% |
| Sodium 2779.6mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 329.5g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 5.7g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 220.1g | |
| Protein 58.2g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 82IU | 0% |
| Calcium 787.3mg | 0% |
| Iron 9.7mg | 0% |
| Potassium 952.4mg | 0% |
Source of Calories