Description
Mini Pumpkin Cheesecake Bites are a delightful dessert that combines the flavors of pumpkin and cheesecake in a bite-sized treat.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup graham cracker crumbs
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup pumpkin puree
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup whipped cream (for topping)
- Optional: caramel sauce for drizzling
Instructions
- Line a mini muffin tin with mini cupcake liners or spray with non-stick cooking spray.
- Make the Crust: In a medium bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs, granulated sugar, and melted butter. Mix until well combined.
- Press the Crust: Spoon about 1 tablespoon of the crust mixture into each muffin cup. Press down firmly to create an even layer.
- Chill the Crust: Place the muffin tin in the refrigerator for about 10-15 minutes to let the crust set.
- Prepare the Filling: In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese until smooth. Add pumpkin puree, powdered sugar, vanilla extract, and the spices. Mix until fully combined and creamy.
- Fill the Cups: Remove the crust from the refrigerator. Spoon the pumpkin filling over each crust, filling until just about full.
- Chill Again: Return the muffin tin to the refrigerator and let the bites chill for at least 2 hours, or until the filling is set.
- Add Toppings: Once set, remove the bites from the muffin tin. Top each bite with a dollop of whipped cream and a drizzle of caramel sauce if desired.
- Serve: Arrange on a serving platter and enjoy!
Notes
- These can be made a day in advance.
- Store leftovers in the refrigerator.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Chilling and mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bite
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 30mg