Description
These delicious Cookie Butter Cheesecake Cups are perfect individual-sized treats blending creamy cheesecake with spiced cookie butter flavor on a graham cracker crust. Easy to make and perfect for sharing or indulging yourself, these cheesecake cups bake up creamy with a slightly crunchy base and a luscious, smooth filling.
Ingredients
Scale
Crust
- 1 cup graham cracker crumbs
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
- Pinch of salt
Filling
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup cookie butter
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 large eggs
Instructions
- Preheat Oven and Prepare Pan: Preheat your oven to 325°F (163°C). Line a muffin tin with cupcake liners to prepare for the cheesecake cups.
- Make the Crust: In a mixing bowl, combine the graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and a pinch of salt. Stir thoroughly until the mixture resembles wet sand. Divide this crust mixture evenly among the lined muffin cups and press firmly to form a solid base.
- Beat Cream Cheese: In a separate bowl, beat the softened cream cheese with an electric mixer until it becomes smooth and free of lumps.
- Add Sugar and Flavorings: Gradually add the granulated sugar to the cream cheese and continue mixing until fully incorporated. Stir in the cookie butter and vanilla extract until the mixture is creamy and well blended.
- Incorporate Eggs: Add the eggs one at a time to the mixture, beating well after each addition to ensure a smooth, lump-free batter without overmixing.
- Fill Muffin Cups: Spoon the cheesecake batter over the prepared crusts in the muffin tin. Fill each cup about three-quarters full to allow slight rise during baking.
- Bake: Place the muffin tin in the preheated oven and bake for 18-20 minutes. The edges should be set while the centers retain a slight jiggle indicating perfect doneness.
- Cool and Chill: Remove the cheesecake cups from the oven and allow them to cool at room temperature for about 30 minutes. Then transfer the cups to the refrigerator and chill for at least 2 hours before serving for best texture and flavor.
Notes
- Ensure the cream cheese is fully softened to prevent lumps in the filling.
- Do not overbeat the eggs to avoid a tough texture.
- Chilling the cheesecake cups is essential for them to set properly and enhance flavor.
- You can garnish with crushed cookie crumbs or a drizzle of melted cookie butter before serving.
- Store leftover cheesecake cups in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: cookie butter cheesecake, cheesecake cups, individual cheesecake, graham cracker crust, cookie butter dessert, easy cheesecake recipe, baked cheesecake cups
