{"id":250780,"date":"2025-05-21T17:20:38","date_gmt":"2025-05-21T17:20:38","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/peraltafinancing.com\/recipes\/category-a-b\/baking-category-a-b\/mini-cheesecakes-in-a-standard-muffin-pan\/"},"modified":"2025-05-21T17:20:38","modified_gmt":"2025-05-21T17:20:38","slug":"mini-cheesecakes-in-a-standard-muffin-pan","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/fivemor.com\/?p=250780","title":{"rendered":"Mini Cheesecakes (in a Standard Muffin Pan)"},"content":{"rendered":"<p> <br \/>\n<\/p>\n<div>\n<p><em>Did you know you can bake cheesecake in a muffin pan? This recipe for creamy mini cheesecakes is so simple and perfect for a small crowd. Make sure you use a standard 12-count muffin pan. For extra-mini cheesecakes baked in a mini muffin pan, see recipe Notes.<\/em><\/p>\n<p><strong>I originally published this recipe in 2018<\/strong> and have since added new photos, a video, tweaks to the recipe to yield a full dozen, and additional success tips.<\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" data-perfmatters-preload=\"\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"1800\" data-pin-url=\"https:\/\/sallysbakingaddiction.com\/mini-cheesecakes\/?tp_image_id=148413\" data-pin-description=\"Bake cheesecake in a muffin pan! This recipe for creamy mini cheesecakes is so simple and perfect for a small crowd. Make sure you use a standard 12-count muffin pan. For extra-mini cheesecakes baked in a mini muffin pan, see recipe Notes. Recipe on sallysbakingaddiction.com\" data-pin-title=\"Mini Cheesecakes (in a Standard Muffin Pan)\" src=\"https:\/\/sallysbakingaddiction.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/05\/mini-cheesecake.jpg\" alt=\"mini cheesecakes with whipped cream, fresh berries, and mint on top.\" class=\"wp-image-148413\" srcset=\"https:\/\/sallysbakingaddiction.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/05\/mini-cheesecake.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/sallysbakingaddiction.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/05\/mini-cheesecake-500x750.jpg 500w, https:\/\/sallysbakingaddiction.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/05\/mini-cheesecake-600x900.jpg 600w, https:\/\/sallysbakingaddiction.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/05\/mini-cheesecake-1024x1536.jpg 1024w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\"\/><\/figure>\n<p class=\"has-text-align-left\">Cheesecake is one of my favorite <a href=\"https:\/\/sallysbakingaddiction.com\/category\/desserts\/\">desserts<\/a> and I have two recipes that steal my heart each time: classic <a href=\"https:\/\/sallysbakingaddiction.com\/classic-cheesecake\/\" rel=\"false noopener\">cheesecake<\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/sallysbakingaddiction.com\/no-bake-cheesecake\/\" rel=\"noopener\">no-bake cheesecake<\/a>. Both recipes serve A LOT of people. If you love cheesecake, but don\u2019t need an entire cheesecake in the house, try mini cheesecakes instead.<\/p>\n<p>This recipe for individually sized cheesecakes is so simple and the perfect dessert to make for a smaller crowd. The classic cheesecake flavor is a great base for any of your favorite toppings, like <a href=\"https:\/\/sallysbakingaddiction.com\/homemade-whipped-cream\/\">whipped cream<\/a> and berries, <a href=\"https:\/\/sallysbakingaddiction.com\/homemade-salted-caramel-recipe\/\">salted caramel<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/sallysbakingaddiction.com\/chocolate-ganache\/\">chocolate ganache<\/a>, or <a href=\"https:\/\/sallysbakingaddiction.com\/raspberry-dessert-sauce\/\">raspberry sauce<\/a>. Have fun with it!<\/p>\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<p class=\"has-text-align-left\"><strong>I have a few mini cheesecake recipes:<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<p>They\u2019re simple, they\u2019re delicious, and at only a few bites each, they\u2019re perfect for portion control. Today\u2019s recipe is my go-to, signature version of the classic flavor. Since first sharing it in 2018, I\u2019ve slightly scaled it up to yield 1 full dozen thick and creamy cheesecakes.<\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" data-perfmatters-preload=\"\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"1800\" data-pin-url=\"https:\/\/sallysbakingaddiction.com\/mini-cheesecakes\/?tp_image_id=148412\" data-pin-description=\"Bake cheesecake in a muffin pan! This recipe for creamy mini cheesecakes is so simple and perfect for a small crowd. Make sure you use a standard 12-count muffin pan. For extra-mini cheesecakes baked in a mini muffin pan, see recipe Notes. Recipe on sallysbakingaddiction.com\" data-pin-title=\"Mini Cheesecakes (in a Standard Muffin Pan)\" src=\"https:\/\/sallysbakingaddiction.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/05\/mini-cheesecakes-graham-cracker-crust-2.jpg\" alt=\"stack of 3 mini cheesecakes.\" class=\"wp-image-148412\" srcset=\"https:\/\/sallysbakingaddiction.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/05\/mini-cheesecakes-graham-cracker-crust-2.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/sallysbakingaddiction.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/05\/mini-cheesecakes-graham-cracker-crust-2-500x750.jpg 500w, https:\/\/sallysbakingaddiction.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/05\/mini-cheesecakes-graham-cracker-crust-2-600x900.jpg 600w, https:\/\/sallysbakingaddiction.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/05\/mini-cheesecakes-graham-cracker-crust-2-1024x1536.jpg 1024w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\"\/><\/figure>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"1800\" data-pin-url=\"https:\/\/sallysbakingaddiction.com\/mini-cheesecakes\/?tp_image_id=148416\" data-pin-description=\"Bake cheesecake in a muffin pan! This recipe for creamy mini cheesecakes is so simple and perfect for a small crowd. Make sure you use a standard 12-count muffin pan. For extra-mini cheesecakes baked in a mini muffin pan, see recipe Notes. Recipe on sallysbakingaddiction.com\" data-pin-title=\"Mini Cheesecakes (in a Standard Muffin Pan)\" src=\"https:\/\/sallysbakingaddiction.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/05\/mini-cheesecakes-graham-cracker-crust.jpg\" alt=\"mini cheesecakes with fresh berries and mint.\" class=\"wp-image-148416\" srcset=\"https:\/\/sallysbakingaddiction.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/05\/mini-cheesecakes-graham-cracker-crust.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/sallysbakingaddiction.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/05\/mini-cheesecakes-graham-cracker-crust-500x750.jpg 500w, https:\/\/sallysbakingaddiction.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/05\/mini-cheesecakes-graham-cracker-crust-600x900.jpg 600w, https:\/\/sallysbakingaddiction.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/05\/mini-cheesecakes-graham-cracker-crust-1024x1536.jpg 1024w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\"\/><\/figure>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Why You\u2019ll Love These Mini Cheesecakes<\/h2>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Quicker and easier to make than a full cheesecake<\/li>\n<li>Same creamy, velvety-smooth filling and buttery graham cracker crust you love in a <a href=\"https:\/\/sallysbakingaddiction.com\/classic-cheesecake\/\">classic cheesecake<\/a><\/li>\n<li>Individual grab-and-go portions are great for parties\u2014no fork and plate required!<\/li>\n<li>Wonderful make-ahead dessert option<\/li>\n<li>Perfect base for so many different topping options\u2014see below for some suggestions<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Ingredients You Need &amp; Why<\/h2>\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<p>With so few ingredients making up the filling, you can be sure that each one is there to serve a specific purpose:<\/p>\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Bricks of Cream Cheese:<\/strong> Whichever brand you use, make sure you\u2019re using bricks of full-fat cream cheese\u2014not the cream cheese in a tub you would use for spreading on bagels. Same rule applies when making\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/sallysbakingaddiction.com\/favorite-cream-cheese-frosting\/\">cream cheese frosting<\/a> and\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/sallysbakingaddiction.com\/strawberry-cream-cheese-pie\/\">strawberry cream cheese pie<\/a>.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Granulated Sugar<\/strong>: You\u2019ll love that this cheesecake isn\u2019t overly sweet. <a href=\"https:\/\/sallysbakingaddiction.com\/homemade-vanilla-sugar\/\">Vanilla sugar<\/a> would be great here, if you have some!<\/li>\n<li><strong>Sour Cream:<\/strong> You need 1\/4 cup of sour cream to help bind the ingredients together and smooth out the filling so it tastes creamy. It may be a small amount, but trust me when I say this is an essential ingredient.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Vanilla Extract:<\/strong> Feel free to use <a href=\"https:\/\/sallysbakingaddiction.com\/homemade-vanilla-extract\/\">homemade vanilla extract<\/a> or even <a href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/3IbzgZx\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener sponsored nofollow\">vanilla bean paste<\/a> here.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Lemon Juice:<\/strong> A splash of lemon juice adds freshness and depth of flavor.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Eggs:<\/strong> A main ingredient in any baked cheesecake! Add them right at the end, and be sure to not over-mix the batter once the eggs are incorporated.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<\/div>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"1800\" data-pin-url=\"https:\/\/sallysbakingaddiction.com\/mini-cheesecakes\/?tp_image_id=148460\" data-pin-description=\"How to make mini cheesecakes on sallysbakingaddiction.com\" data-pin-nopin=\"nopin\" data-pin-title=\"Mini Cheesecakes (in a Standard Muffin Pan)\" src=\"https:\/\/sallysbakingaddiction.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/05\/graham-crackers-melted-butter-sour-cream-cream-cheese-lemon-juice.jpg\" alt=\"ingredients on counter including graham crackers, melted butter, sugar, sour cream, cream cheese.\" class=\"wp-image-148460\" srcset=\"https:\/\/sallysbakingaddiction.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/05\/graham-crackers-melted-butter-sour-cream-cream-cheese-lemon-juice.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/sallysbakingaddiction.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/05\/graham-crackers-melted-butter-sour-cream-cream-cheese-lemon-juice-500x750.jpg 500w, https:\/\/sallysbakingaddiction.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/05\/graham-crackers-melted-butter-sour-cream-cream-cheese-lemon-juice-600x900.jpg 600w, https:\/\/sallysbakingaddiction.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/05\/graham-crackers-melted-butter-sour-cream-cream-cheese-lemon-juice-1024x1536.jpg 1024w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\"\/><\/figure>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How to Make Cheesecake in a Muffin Pan<\/h2>\n<p>All we\u2019re doing here is scaling down both the graham cracker crust and cheesecake batter from my classic <a href=\"https:\/\/sallysbakingaddiction.com\/classic-cheesecake\/\" rel=\"false noopener\">cheesecake<\/a>. Like the big version, pre-bake the crust, and make sure your cheesecake batter ingredients are at room temperature.<\/p>\n<p>Mix up the graham cracker crust ingredients including graham cracker crumbs, sugar, and melted butter. You need 8 full-sheet graham crackers for this. Firmly press a heaping Tablespoon of the crust mixture into each cupcake liner. Bake the crusts for 6 minutes, to give them a little head start.<\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"913\" data-pin-url=\"https:\/\/sallysbakingaddiction.com\/mini-cheesecakes\/?tp_image_id=148411\" data-pin-description=\"How to make mini cheesecakes on sallysbakingaddiction.com\" data-pin-nopin=\"nopin\" data-pin-title=\"Mini Cheesecakes (in a Standard Muffin Pan)\" alt=\"bowl of graham cracker crust mixture and shown again being pressed into muffin pan.\" class=\"wp-image-148411 perfmatters-lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/sallysbakingaddiction.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/05\/muffin-pan-graham-cracker-crust.jpg\" srcset=\"https:\/\/sallysbakingaddiction.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/05\/muffin-pan-graham-cracker-crust.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/sallysbakingaddiction.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/05\/muffin-pan-graham-cracker-crust-500x380.jpg 500w, https:\/\/sallysbakingaddiction.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/05\/muffin-pan-graham-cracker-crust-600x457.jpg 600w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\"\/><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"913\" data-pin-url=\"https:\/\/sallysbakingaddiction.com\/mini-cheesecakes\/?tp_image_id=148411\" data-pin-description=\"How to make mini cheesecakes on sallysbakingaddiction.com\" data-pin-nopin=\"nopin\" data-pin-title=\"Mini Cheesecakes (in a Standard Muffin Pan)\" src=\"https:\/\/sallysbakingaddiction.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/05\/muffin-pan-graham-cracker-crust.jpg\" alt=\"bowl of graham cracker crust mixture and shown again being pressed into muffin pan.\" class=\"wp-image-148411\" srcset=\"https:\/\/sallysbakingaddiction.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/05\/muffin-pan-graham-cracker-crust.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/sallysbakingaddiction.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/05\/muffin-pan-graham-cracker-crust-500x380.jpg 500w, https:\/\/sallysbakingaddiction.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/05\/muffin-pan-graham-cracker-crust-600x457.jpg 600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\"\/><\/figure>\n<p>Next, make the cheesecake filling using an electric mixer. It\u2019s important to beat the cream cheese and sugar together until there are zero lumps; stop and scrape down the sides of the bowl a few times as needed. <\/p>\n<p>Like with most cheesecake recipes, add the eggs 1 at a time, beating just until combined before adding the next. Do not over-mix.<\/p>\n<p>Expect a creamy, thick batter:<\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"1800\" data-pin-url=\"https:\/\/sallysbakingaddiction.com\/mini-cheesecakes\/?tp_image_id=148415\" data-pin-description=\"How to make mini cheesecakes on sallysbakingaddiction.com\" data-pin-nopin=\"nopin\" data-pin-title=\"Mini Cheesecakes (in a Standard Muffin Pan)\" alt=\"creamy batter in glass mixing bowl with white spatula.\" class=\"wp-image-148415 perfmatters-lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/sallysbakingaddiction.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/05\/mini-cheesecakes-batter.jpg\" srcset=\"https:\/\/sallysbakingaddiction.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/05\/mini-cheesecakes-batter.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/sallysbakingaddiction.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/05\/mini-cheesecakes-batter-500x750.jpg 500w, https:\/\/sallysbakingaddiction.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/05\/mini-cheesecakes-batter-600x900.jpg 600w, https:\/\/sallysbakingaddiction.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/05\/mini-cheesecakes-batter-1024x1536.jpg 1024w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\"\/><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"1800\" data-pin-url=\"https:\/\/sallysbakingaddiction.com\/mini-cheesecakes\/?tp_image_id=148415\" data-pin-description=\"How to make mini cheesecakes on sallysbakingaddiction.com\" data-pin-nopin=\"nopin\" data-pin-title=\"Mini Cheesecakes (in a Standard Muffin Pan)\" src=\"https:\/\/sallysbakingaddiction.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/05\/mini-cheesecakes-batter.jpg\" alt=\"creamy batter in glass mixing bowl with white spatula.\" class=\"wp-image-148415\" srcset=\"https:\/\/sallysbakingaddiction.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/05\/mini-cheesecakes-batter.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/sallysbakingaddiction.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/05\/mini-cheesecakes-batter-500x750.jpg 500w, https:\/\/sallysbakingaddiction.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/05\/mini-cheesecakes-batter-600x900.jpg 600w, https:\/\/sallysbakingaddiction.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/05\/mini-cheesecakes-batter-1024x1536.jpg 1024w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\"\/><\/figure>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"1800\" data-pin-url=\"https:\/\/sallysbakingaddiction.com\/mini-cheesecakes\/?tp_image_id=148414\" data-pin-description=\"How to make mini cheesecakes on sallysbakingaddiction.com\" data-pin-nopin=\"nopin\" data-pin-title=\"Mini Cheesecakes (in a Standard Muffin Pan)\" alt=\"muffin pan with batter in it.\" class=\"wp-image-148414 perfmatters-lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/sallysbakingaddiction.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/05\/mini-cheesecakes-batter-2.jpg\" srcset=\"https:\/\/sallysbakingaddiction.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/05\/mini-cheesecakes-batter-2.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/sallysbakingaddiction.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/05\/mini-cheesecakes-batter-2-500x750.jpg 500w, https:\/\/sallysbakingaddiction.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/05\/mini-cheesecakes-batter-2-600x900.jpg 600w, https:\/\/sallysbakingaddiction.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/05\/mini-cheesecakes-batter-2-1024x1536.jpg 1024w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\"\/><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"1800\" data-pin-url=\"https:\/\/sallysbakingaddiction.com\/mini-cheesecakes\/?tp_image_id=148414\" data-pin-description=\"How to make mini cheesecakes on sallysbakingaddiction.com\" data-pin-nopin=\"nopin\" data-pin-title=\"Mini Cheesecakes (in a Standard Muffin Pan)\" src=\"https:\/\/sallysbakingaddiction.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/05\/mini-cheesecakes-batter-2.jpg\" alt=\"muffin pan with batter in it.\" class=\"wp-image-148414\" srcset=\"https:\/\/sallysbakingaddiction.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/05\/mini-cheesecakes-batter-2.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/sallysbakingaddiction.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/05\/mini-cheesecakes-batter-2-500x750.jpg 500w, https:\/\/sallysbakingaddiction.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/05\/mini-cheesecakes-batter-2-600x900.jpg 600w, https:\/\/sallysbakingaddiction.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/05\/mini-cheesecakes-batter-2-1024x1536.jpg 1024w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\"\/><\/figure>\n<p>Bake the cheesecakes in a lined <a href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/4jtr0VL\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener sponsored nofollow\">standard 12-count muffin pan<\/a>. And if you\u2019re looking for a version that sets in the refrigerator instead of the oven, you\u2019ll appreciate these <a href=\"https:\/\/sallysbakingaddiction.com\/mini-no-bake-cheesecakes\/\">mini no-bake cheesecakes<\/a> instead.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Want to add some flavor?<\/strong> Use my <a href=\"https:\/\/sallysbakingaddiction.com\/white-chocolate-raspberry-cheesecake-bars\/\" rel=\"\">white chocolate raspberry cheesecake bars<\/a> recipe and see those recipe Notes for how to turn them into mini cheesecakes. Yum!<\/p>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Here\u2019s an Easy Cheesecake \u201cWater Bath\u201d Method (&amp; It\u2019s Optional)<\/h2>\n<p>If you\u2019ve never made cheesecake before, you might be wondering what a water bath is and why you need one. I actually have an entire post and video tutorial dedicated to\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/sallysbakingaddiction.com\/cheesecake-water-bath\/\">How to Make a Cheesecake Water Bath<\/a>, if you\u2019re interested in learning more.<\/p>\n<p>Baking these mini cheesecakes with a water bath is optional, but I recommend it because it keeps the cheesecakes from sinking as they cool. Cheesecakes like to bake in a humid environment, and you can create that by pouring boiling water into a large roasting pan set on the oven rack below the muffin pan of mini cheesecakes. Close the oven door quickly to trap the steam inside. This is a simpler version of a traditional water bath, and it works great for these minis!<\/p>\n<p>Bake the mini cheesecakes until the edges are set and the centers slightly jiggle when you tap the pan, about 20 minutes.<\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"1800\" data-pin-url=\"https:\/\/sallysbakingaddiction.com\/mini-cheesecakes\/?tp_image_id=148419\" data-pin-description=\"Bake cheesecake in a muffin pan! This recipe for creamy mini cheesecakes is so simple and perfect for a small crowd. Make sure you use a standard 12-count muffin pan. For extra-mini cheesecakes baked in a mini muffin pan, see recipe Notes. Recipe on sallysbakingaddiction.com\" data-pin-nopin=\"nopin\" data-pin-title=\"Mini Cheesecakes (in a Standard Muffin Pan)\" alt=\"muffin pan of cheesecakes.\" class=\"wp-image-148419 perfmatters-lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/sallysbakingaddiction.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/05\/muffin-pan-cheesecakes.jpg\" srcset=\"https:\/\/sallysbakingaddiction.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/05\/muffin-pan-cheesecakes.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/sallysbakingaddiction.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/05\/muffin-pan-cheesecakes-500x750.jpg 500w, https:\/\/sallysbakingaddiction.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/05\/muffin-pan-cheesecakes-600x900.jpg 600w, https:\/\/sallysbakingaddiction.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/05\/muffin-pan-cheesecakes-1024x1536.jpg 1024w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\"\/><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"1800\" data-pin-url=\"https:\/\/sallysbakingaddiction.com\/mini-cheesecakes\/?tp_image_id=148419\" data-pin-description=\"Bake cheesecake in a muffin pan! This recipe for creamy mini cheesecakes is so simple and perfect for a small crowd. Make sure you use a standard 12-count muffin pan. For extra-mini cheesecakes baked in a mini muffin pan, see recipe Notes. Recipe on sallysbakingaddiction.com\" data-pin-nopin=\"nopin\" data-pin-title=\"Mini Cheesecakes (in a Standard Muffin Pan)\" src=\"https:\/\/sallysbakingaddiction.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/05\/muffin-pan-cheesecakes.jpg\" alt=\"muffin pan of cheesecakes.\" class=\"wp-image-148419\" srcset=\"https:\/\/sallysbakingaddiction.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/05\/muffin-pan-cheesecakes.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/sallysbakingaddiction.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/05\/muffin-pan-cheesecakes-500x750.jpg 500w, https:\/\/sallysbakingaddiction.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/05\/muffin-pan-cheesecakes-600x900.jpg 600w, https:\/\/sallysbakingaddiction.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/05\/muffin-pan-cheesecakes-1024x1536.jpg 1024w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\"\/><\/figure>\n<p>Set the pan on a cooling rack and allow the mini cheesecakes to cool at room temperature for 45 minutes, then transfer to the refrigerator and chill for at least 2 hours.<\/p>\n<p>And even if your mini cheesecakes do sink down after baking (some sinkage is always expected!), this just gives you plenty of room for\u2026 <\/p>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Cheesecake Toppings:<\/h2>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"1800\" data-pin-url=\"https:\/\/sallysbakingaddiction.com\/mini-cheesecakes\/?tp_image_id=148418\" data-pin-description=\"Bake cheesecake in a muffin pan! This recipe for creamy mini cheesecakes is so simple and perfect for a small crowd. Make sure you use a standard 12-count muffin pan. For extra-mini cheesecakes baked in a mini muffin pan, see recipe Notes. Recipe on sallysbakingaddiction.com\" data-pin-title=\"Mini Cheesecakes (in a Standard Muffin Pan)\" alt=\"mini cheesecake with whipped cream and berries on top.\" class=\"wp-image-148418 perfmatters-lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/sallysbakingaddiction.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/05\/easy-mini-cheesecakes.jpg\" srcset=\"https:\/\/sallysbakingaddiction.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/05\/easy-mini-cheesecakes.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/sallysbakingaddiction.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/05\/easy-mini-cheesecakes-500x750.jpg 500w, https:\/\/sallysbakingaddiction.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/05\/easy-mini-cheesecakes-600x900.jpg 600w, https:\/\/sallysbakingaddiction.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/05\/easy-mini-cheesecakes-1024x1536.jpg 1024w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\"\/><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"1800\" data-pin-url=\"https:\/\/sallysbakingaddiction.com\/mini-cheesecakes\/?tp_image_id=148418\" data-pin-description=\"Bake cheesecake in a muffin pan! This recipe for creamy mini cheesecakes is so simple and perfect for a small crowd. Make sure you use a standard 12-count muffin pan. For extra-mini cheesecakes baked in a mini muffin pan, see recipe Notes. 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This easy recipe yields a dozen individual cheesecakes that are perfect for portion control. Use a standard 12-count muffin pan. For extra mini cheesecakes baked in a mini muffin pan, see recipe note.<\/em><\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<hr style=\"border-color: #BEB9B7 !important; background-color: #BEB9B7 !important;\" data-tasty-recipes-customization=\"secondary-color.border-color secondary-color.background-color\"\/>\n<hr style=\"border-color: #BEB9B7 !important; background-color: #BEB9B7 !important;\" data-tasty-recipes-customization=\"secondary-color.border-color secondary-color.background-color\"\/>\n<div class=\"tasty-recipes-instructions\">\n<div class=\"tasty-recipes-instructions-body\" style=\"color: #010101 !important;\" data-tasty-recipes-customization=\"body-color.color\">\n<ol>\n<li id=\"instruction-step-1\">Preheat oven to 350\u00b0F (177\u00b0C). Line a standard <a href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/4jtr0VL\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener sponsored\">12-count muffin pan<\/a> with cupcake liners.<\/li>\n<li id=\"instruction-step-2\"><strong>Make the crust:<\/strong> Combine all of the crust ingredients in a medium bowl. Mixture will be sandy. Firmly press a heaping Tablespoon of crust mixture into each liner. Bake the crusts for 6 minutes.<\/li>\n<li id=\"instruction-step-3\"><strong>Make the filling:\u00a0<\/strong>Using a handheld or stand mixer fitted with a paddle or whisk attachment, beat the cream cheese and granulated sugar together on medium-high speed in a large bowl until the mixture is completely smooth and creamy, about 2 minutes. Add the sour cream, lemon juice, and vanilla extract, and beat until fully combined. With the mixer running on medium speed, add the eggs 1 at a time, beating just until combined before adding the next. Do not over-mix. Divide the batter among the liners, filling each all the way to the top. (It\u2019s OK if the crust is still warm.)<\/li>\n<li id=\"instruction-step-4\"><em><strong>Optional Water Bath (prevents cheesecakes from excess sinking; skip this step if desired):<\/strong> Boil a pot of water. You need 1 inch of water in your roasting pan for the water bath, so make sure you boil enough. Place a large metal baking or roasting pan (I usually use a 9\u00d713-inch baking pan\u2014do not use glass) on the bottom oven rack of the preheated oven. Pour boiling water into pan, about 1 inch deep. Immediately place the cheesecakes on the center rack. Close oven to trap the steam inside. This unique water bath adds steam to the oven without having the muffin pan sit inside the water itself, which is a traditional <a href=\"https:\/\/sallysbakingaddiction.com\/cheesecake-water-bath\/\">water bath<\/a> method used for full-size cheesecakes.<\/em><\/li>\n<li id=\"instruction-step-5\">Bake until the edges are set and the centers slightly jiggle when you tap the pan, about 20 minutes.<\/li>\n<li id=\"instruction-step-6\">Set the pan on a cooling rack and allow cheesecakes to cool at room temperature for 45 minutes, then transfer to the refrigerator and chill for at least 2 hours and up to 24 hours. (Or place in the freezer for 1 hour to speed things up.) If chilling in the refrigerator for longer than 2 hours, loosely cover the cheesecakes. Even if you used the water bath method in step 4, the cheesecakes will <em>slightly<\/em> sink as they cool.<\/li>\n<li id=\"instruction-step-7\"><strong>Top the cheesecakes:<\/strong> I used <a href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/3su0AJU\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener sponsored\">Wilton 1M tip<\/a> for piping <a href=\"https:\/\/sallysbakingaddiction.com\/homemade-whipped-cream\/\">whipped cream<\/a> on the pictured mini cheesecakes. Garnish with berries, mint, and\/or other toppings suggested in recipe Notes. Whipped cream can be made and piped\/spread on mini cheesecakes up to 24 hours in advance. Refrigerate decorated cheesecakes until ready to serve.<\/li>\n<li id=\"instruction-step-8\">Cover and store leftover cheesecakes in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.<\/li>\n<\/ol><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<hr style=\"border-color: #BEB9B7 !important; background-color: #BEB9B7 !important;\" data-tasty-recipes-customization=\"secondary-color.border-color secondary-color.background-color\"\/>\n<div class=\"tasty-recipes-notes\">\n<h3 style=\"color: #010101 !important;\" data-tasty-recipes-customization=\"h3-color.color h3-transform.text-transform\">Notes<\/h3>\n<div class=\"tasty-recipes-notes-body\" style=\"color: #010101 !important;\" data-tasty-recipes-customization=\"body-color.color\">\n<ol>\n<li><strong>Make Ahead Instructions:<\/strong> Prepare the cheesecakes through Step 3 up to 2\u20133 days in advance. Cover unbaked cheesecakes and store in the refrigerator until ready to bake. Continue with Step 4. Freeze individual baked cheesecakes for up to 3 months. Thaw overnight in the refrigerator before serving.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Special Tools<\/strong> (affiliate links): <a href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/4jtr0VL\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener sponsored\">12-count Muffin Pan<\/a> | <a href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/3A8SBXK\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener sponsored\">Cupcake Liners<\/a> | <a href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/2JO5HAn\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener sponsored\">Food Processor<\/a> |\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/3mPQvWq\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">Glass Mixing Bowls<\/a> | Electric Mixer (<a href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/3W5TmJc\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener sponsored\">Handheld<\/a> or <a href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/3OMbx3g\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener sponsored\">Stand<\/a>) | <a href=\"http:\/\/amzn.to\/2gT7aW9\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener sponsored\">Cooling Rack<\/a><\/li>\n<li><strong>Topping Suggestions:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/sallysbakingaddiction.com\/homemade-salted-caramel-recipe\/\">Salted caramel<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/sallysbakingaddiction.com\/how-to-make-lemon-curd\/\">lemon curd<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/sallysbakingaddiction.com\/homemade-strawberry-topping\/\">strawberry topping<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/sallysbakingaddiction.com\/chocolate-ganache\/\">chocolate ganache<\/a>,\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/sallysbakingaddiction.com\/red-wine-chocolate-ganache\/\">red wine chocolate ganache<\/a>, fresh berries and mint, and\/or <a href=\"https:\/\/sallysbakingaddiction.com\/homemade-whipped-cream\/\">homemade whipped cream<\/a>.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Super Mini Cheesecakes:<\/strong> Line a <a href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/3Vco9Xm\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener sponsored\">24-count mini muffin pan<\/a> with mini muffin liners or grease with nonstick spray or butter. For easy and seamless removal from the pan, using liners is preferable. Make the crust and cheesecake batter as directed. Press 2 teaspoons of crust into each mini muffin liner. Pre-bake at 350\u00b0F (177\u00b0C) for 4 minutes. Remove from the oven and fill each with cheesecake batter. Bake for 10\u201311 minutes or until the cheesecakes appear set on top. Continue with Step 6 in this recipe. Yields approximately 30 super mini cheesecakes.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Non-US Readers:<\/strong> <span style=\"font-weight: 400\">\u200b\u200bDon\u2019t have graham crackers where you live? Use these measurements for a biscuit crumb crust for these mini cheesecakes: 1 cup (105g) digestive biscuit crumbs (7 biscuits) + 30g butter, melted + 2 Tablespoons (25g) sugar. Grind the biscuits into crumbs, combine with sugar, then stir in the melted butter. Press into liners and pre-bake as directed in Step 2.<\/span>\u00a0And from what I understand, spreadable cream cheese sold in a tub in countries outside of the US is a little different from the spreadable cream cheese in the US. It\u2019s thicker, sturdier, and more solid and should be OK to make cheesecake. I have no experience with it, but this is what I\u2019ve heard from other non-US readers.<\/li>\n<\/ol><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Did you know you can bake cheesecake in a muffin pan? This recipe for creamy mini cheesecakes is so simple and perfect for a small crowd. Make sure you use a standard 12-count muffin pan. For extra-mini cheesecakes baked in a mini muffin pan, see recipe Notes. 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