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Vanilla Cheesecake

Decadent Vanilla Cheesecake Cups for Effortless Indulgence

Indulge in these Vanilla Cheesecake cups that combine a creamy filling and crunchy base for a delightful dessert experience.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Chill Time 2 hours
Total Time 2 hours 30 minutes
Servings: 8 cups
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

For the Cookie Crumb Base
  • 2 cups Cookie Crumbs Any variety like graham crackers, chocolate cookies, or ginger snaps.
For the Creamy Filling
  • 16 oz Cream Cheese Must be at room temperature.
  • 3/4 cup Superfine Sugar Can substitute with honey or agave syrup.
  • 1 cup Heavy Cream Can be replaced with whipping cream.
  • 1 tbsp Vanilla Extract Use high-quality for best results.
For the Elegant Topping
  • 8 pieces Raffaello Chocolates Optional; can substitute with other chocolates.

Equipment

  • food processor
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Hand Mixer
  • Mini Dessert Cups

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Begin by crushing your chosen cookies in a food processor or by placing them in a zip-lock bag and using a rolling pin until they resemble fine crumbs.
  2. In a large bowl, combine the crumbs with melted butter to ensure they hold together, then set aside while you prepare the filling.
  3. Take your mini dessert cups and evenly distribute the cookie crumb mixture into the bottom of each cup, pressing down gently.
  4. Using a hand mixer, beat the cream cheese in a mixing bowl until it turns smooth and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.
  5. Gradually mix in superfine sugar, blending until fully dissolved. Add in the heavy cream and vanilla extract, and continue blending until thickened, about 4-5 minutes.
  6. For a fun touch, add a few drops of gel food coloring into the mixture if desired, stirring gently.
  7. Spoon or pipe the creamy cheesecake mixture over the cookie crumb base in each dessert cup, smoothing the tops with a spatula.
  8. Carefully place the filled dessert cups in the refrigerator and chill for at least two hours.
  9. Right before serving, add a Raffaello chocolate on top of each dessert cup.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 28gProtein: 4gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 15gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 85mgSodium: 220mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 20gVitamin A: 600IUCalcium: 100mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For best results, ensure all ingredients are at room temperature before starting and do not skip the chilling step for ideal texture.

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