Description
Tropical mini pineapple upside-down cheesecakes blend caramelized fruit with creamy cheesecake layers in a delightful dessert. Guests will love these individual-sized treats that showcase classic flavors with an elegant twist.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
Cheesecake Base:
- 16 ounces (2 packages) cream cheese, softened
- 2 large eggs
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Crust:
- 1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs
- 1/4 cup butter, melted
Topping:
- 1 can (20 ounces) pineapple chunks, drained
- 1/4 cup caramel sauce
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and set up a 12-cup muffin tin with paper liners, ensuring even spacing.
- Create a uniform crust by thoroughly mixing graham cracker crumbs with melted butter, then distribute evenly across muffin cups. Use a spoon or small glass to compress the mixture firmly into the base.
- Craft the creamy filling by blending softened cream cheese and sugar until achieving a silky texture. Incorporate eggs individually, mixing thoroughly after each addition. Gently fold in vanilla extract for enhanced flavor.
- Carefully distribute the cheesecake mixture into prepared cups, filling approximately three-quarters of each liner. Delicately position pineapple chunks on top, gently pressing them into the filling.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes, watching for set edges while maintaining a slight jiggle in the center. Allow complete cooling within the pan, then refrigerate for a minimum of 4 hours or ideally overnight to ensure proper setting.
- Just before serving, enhance the mini cheesecakes by drizzling a luxurious layer of caramel sauce over each individual dessert.
Notes
- Choose high-quality cream cheese at room temperature for smoother, lump-free filling that blends seamlessly.
- Press graham cracker crust firmly and evenly to create a stable base that won’t crumble when serving mini cheesecakes.
- Drain pineapple chunks thoroughly to prevent excess moisture from making cheesecake soggy and compromising texture.
- Use gentle, low-speed mixing to avoid incorporating too much air, which can cause cheesecakes to crack during baking.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Desserts, Snacks
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 12
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 16 g
- Sodium: 200 mg
- Fat: 14 g
- Saturated Fat: 8 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 29 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 3 g
- Cholesterol: 60 mg