Description
Mini Pineapple Upside-Down Cheesecakes are the perfect bite-sized dessert that combines the nostalgic flavors of pineapple upside-down cake with creamy cheesecake in a delightful miniature form. Each cheesecake is crafted with a buttery graham cracker crust, filled with smooth cream cheese, and topped with caramelized pineapple and a vibrant maraschino cherry. Whether you’re hosting a casual get-together or a festive celebration, these mini treats are sure to impress your guests and satisfy your sweet tooth. Plus, they can be prepared ahead of time, making them an ideal choice for busy hosts looking to serve something special without the hassle.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup graham cracker crumbs
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 can pineapple rings in juice, drained
- Maraschino cherries for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 325°F (160°C) and line a muffin tin with paper liners.
- Mix graham cracker crumbs with melted butter until combined; press into the bottom of each muffin cup.
- In a separate bowl, beat cream cheese until smooth; gradually add sugar and vanilla until blended.
- Spoon cheesecake filling evenly over the crusts.
- Bake for 18-20 minutes until slightly jiggly in the center; cool completely.
- Top each cheesecake with a pineapple ring and maraschino cherry before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 mini cheesecake (50g)
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 19g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 30mg