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Mini Pineapple Upside-Down Cheesecakes


  • Author: Olivia
  • Total Time: 4 hours 45 minutes
  • Yield: 12 mini cheesecakes 1x

Ingredients

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For the Pineapple Topping:

  • 6 pineapple rings (canned or fresh), cut in halves
  • 12 maraschino cherries
  • 1/4 cup brown sugar
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted

For the Graham Cracker Crust:

  • 1 cup graham cracker crumbs
  • 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted

For the Cheesecake Filling:

  • 16 ounces cream cheese, softened
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
  • 1/4 cup sour cream
  • 1/4 cup pineapple juice (reserved from canned pineapple or fresh)

Instructions

Step 1: Prepare the Pineapple Topping

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a small saucepan, combine the melted butter and brown sugar. Heat over medium heat, stirring until the sugar dissolves and forms a smooth mixture. Remove from heat.
  3. Place a maraschino cherry in the center of each cupcake liner, then arrange a halved pineapple ring around the cherry. Spoon about a teaspoon of the brown sugar mixture over the pineapple and cherry in each liner.

Step 2: Make the Graham Cracker Crust

  1. In a medium mixing bowl, combine the graham cracker crumbs, granulated sugar, and melted butter. Mix until the crumbs are evenly coated and resemble wet sand.
  2. Spoon about 1 tablespoon of the crumb mixture into each cupcake liner, pressing down firmly with the back of a spoon or the bottom of a small glass to form a compact crust.

Step 3: Prepare the Cheesecake Filling

  1. In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese and granulated sugar together with an electric mixer until smooth and creamy.
  2. Add the eggs, one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
  3. Mix in the vanilla extract, sour cream, and pineapple juice, ensuring the filling is smooth and free of lumps.

Step 4: Assemble the Cheesecakes

  1. Spoon the cheesecake filling over the prepared crusts, filling each liner about 3/4 full.
  2. Tap the muffin tin gently on the counter to release any air bubbles.

Step 5: Bake the Cheesecakes

  1. Bake in the preheated oven for 18-20 minutes, or until the edges are set and the centers are slightly jiggly.
  2. Remove from the oven and allow the cheesecakes to cool in the muffin tin for 30 minutes.

Step 6: Chill the Cheesecakes

  1. Transfer the cooled cheesecakes to the refrigerator and chill for at least 3 hours, or overnight for best results.

Step 7: Serve and Enjoy

  1. Carefully remove the cupcake liners before serving, ensuring the pineapple topping remains intact.
  2. Arrange the cheesecakes on a platter and garnish with additional cherries or a drizzle of caramel if desired.
  • Prep Time: 25 Minutes
  • Chill time: 3-4 hours
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes

Nutrition

  • Calories: 270
  • Sugar: 22g
  • Fat: 14g
  • Carbohydrates: 30g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 4g