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Mini Pineapple Upside-Down Cheesecakes


  • Total Time: 2 hours 35 minutes
  • Yield: 12 mini cheesecakes

Description

 

Mini Pineapple Upside-Down Cheesecakes combine the flavors of classic pineapple upside-down cake and creamy cheesecake. With a caramelized fruit topping and buttery graham cracker crust, these bite-sized treats are perfect for any occasion.


Ingredients

  • Graham crackers

  • Butter

  • Brown sugar

  • Pineapple rings

  • Maraschino cherries

  • Cream cheese

  • Granulated sugar

  • Eggs

  • Vanilla extract

  • Sour cream


Instructions

  1. Prepare the Muffin Tin: Preheat the oven to 325°F (163°C). Line a muffin tin with cupcake liners or grease each cavity well to prevent sticking.

  2. Create the Pineapple Topping: In a small saucepan, melt butter and brown sugar together until bubbly. Spoon a small amount of this caramelized mixture into each muffin tin.

  3. Assemble the Fruit Layer: Cut pineapple rings into small segments to fit into the muffin tin. Place a piece of pineapple on top of the brown sugar mixture, then add a maraschino cherry in the center.

  4. Prepare the Crust: Crush graham crackers into fine crumbs. Mix with melted butter and press a small amount into each muffin tin on top of the pineapple layer.

  5. Make the Cheesecake Batter: Beat cream cheese and granulated sugar until smooth. Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in vanilla extract and sour cream until combined.

  6. Fill the Muffin Tin: Spoon cheesecake batter over the crust and pineapple layers, filling each tin almost to the top.

  7. Bake the Cheesecakes: Place the muffin tin in the oven and bake for 18-22 minutes, or until the centers are just set.

  8. Cool and Chill: Allow the cheesecakes to cool to room temperature before refrigerating for at least 2 hours to set completely.

  9. Unmold and Serve: Gently run a knife around the edges of each cheesecake and invert onto a serving plate. Enjoy chilled.

Notes

  • Gluten-Free Version: Use gluten-free graham crackers for the crust.

  • Dairy-Free Option: Substitute cream cheese with dairy-free cream cheese and sour cream with coconut yogurt.

  • Different Fruits: Try using peach slices, mango chunks, or apple slices instead of pineapple.

  • Nutty Crust: Mix crushed nuts like pecans or almonds with the graham cracker crust for added texture

  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • chill time: 2 hours
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Category: dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Keywords: mini cheesecakes, pineapple upside-down, bite-sized desserts, easy cheesecake recipe, tropical dessert