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Mini Valentine Cheesecakes Recipe

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Delight your loved ones with these adorable Mini Valentine Cheesecakes featuring a rich Oreo crust, creamy pink cheesecake filling, and optional festive whipped cream and sprinkles. Perfect for Valentine’s Day or any romantic occasion, these bite-sized treats are easy to make and irresistibly delicious.

Ingredients

Crust

  • 1 cup Oreo crumbs
  • 2 ½ tablespoons butter, melted

Cheesecake Filling

  • 2 (8 oz) packages cream cheese, softened
  • ½ cup sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • Red food coloring (to achieve desired pink color)

Optional Toppings

  • Whipped cream
  • Valentine sprinkles

Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven and Prepare Pan: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a cupcake pan with paper liners to prevent sticking and for easy removal of cheesecakes.
  2. Prepare Oreo Crust: Pulse the Oreo cookies in a food processor until they become fine crumbs. In a bowl, combine these crumbs with the melted butter, mixing thoroughly to create a cohesive crust mixture.
  3. Form the Crust Bases: Divide the Oreo crumb mixture evenly among the cupcake liners, pressing firmly to form compact crusts at the bottom of each liner for a sturdy base.
  4. Mix Cheesecake Filling: In a large bowl, beat the softened cream cheese and sugar until the mixture is smooth and creamy. Add the eggs one at a time along with the vanilla extract, continuing to beat until well combined and smooth.
  5. Add Color: Stir in red food coloring gradually until your cheesecake mixture reaches the desired pink hue, mixing gently to maintain a smooth texture.
  6. Fill Cupcake Liners: Spoon the colored cheesecake batter evenly over each Oreo crust in the cupcake liners, filling them nearly to the top.
  7. Bake the Cheesecakes: Bake in the preheated oven for 15-17 minutes, watching for the centers to jiggle slightly while the edges set – this ensures a creamy texture.
  8. Cool and Chill: Remove the pan from the oven and allow the cheesecakes to cool completely at room temperature. Then refrigerate them for at least 2 hours or until fully set and chilled.
  9. Add Toppings: Before serving, optionally top each mini cheesecake with whipped cream and Valentine-themed sprinkles to add sweetness and festive flair.

Notes

  • Ensure cream cheese is fully softened at room temperature for a creamy batter without lumps.
  • Do not overbake; the centers should still jiggle slightly to maintain the perfect creamy texture.
  • For a more intense pink color, add food coloring slowly and mix thoroughly to avoid streaks.
  • These mini cheesecakes can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days in an airtight container.
  • Use full-fat cream cheese for best texture and flavor.

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