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Mini Pineapple Upside-Down Cheesecakes

Mini Pineapple Upside-Down Cheesecakes


  • Author: Kelly Merritt
  • Total Time: 40 minutes
  • Yield: 12 mini cheesecakes 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

Discover the delightful twist on a classic dessert that will surely brighten your gatherings!


Ingredients

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  • 1 cup crushed pineapple, drained
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar
  • 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
  • 1 package (8 oz) cream cheese, softened
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 egg
  • 1/2 cup crushed graham crackers
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a bowl, mix the crushed pineapple, brown sugar, and melted butter.
  3. Press the pineapple mixture into the bottom of muffin tins.
  4. In another bowl, beat the cream cheese, granulated sugar, and vanilla until smooth.
  5. Add the egg and mix until combined.
  6. Incorporate the crushed graham crackers and salt into the cream cheese mixture.
  7. Spoon the cream cheese mixture over the pineapple layer in the muffin tins.
  8. Bake for 20-25 minutes or until set.
  9. Let cool before removing from the tins.

Notes

  • For a tropical twist, add shredded coconut to the cream cheese mixture.
  • These cheesecakes can be made a day in advance and stored in the refrigerator.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cheesecake
  • Calories: 180
  • Sugar: 12g
  • Sodium: 150mg
  • Fat: 8g
  • Saturated Fat: 5g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 2g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 22g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 3g
  • Cholesterol: 30mg

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