Ingredients
- 3/4 cup crushed graham crackers
- 1 tablespoon white sugar
- 2 tablespoons melted salted butter
- 16 ounces softened full-fat cream cheese
- 1/2 cup white sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla essence
- 2 eggs (room temperature)
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 325°F (160°C).
- Combine crushed graham crackers, sugar, and melted butter in a bowl; mix well.
- Line muffin tin with cupcake liners and press crust mixture into each liner.
- In another bowl, beat cream cheese until smooth; gradually add sugar and vanilla essence.
- Add eggs one at a time, mixing until just combined.
- Pour filling over crusts and bake for about 30 minutes until set but slightly jiggly.
- Cool at room temperature then refrigerate for at least two hours before serving.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 176
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 138mg
- Fat: 11g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 65mg
Keywords: Use room temperature ingredients for a smoother batter. Avoid overmixing to prevent cracks during baking. Chill your cheesecakes adequately for the best texture.