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Perfect Mini Cheesecakes Recipe with Easy Graduation Cap Toppers for Parties

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These mini cheesecakes are creamy, smooth, and perfect for celebrations, topped with playful graduation cap toppers. Quick and easy to make, they are ideal for parties and gatherings.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup (100g) graham cracker crumbs
  • 4 tablespoons (60g) unsalted butter, melted
  • 2 tablespoons (25g) granulated sugar (for crust)
  • 16 oz (450g) cream cheese, softened
  • 3/4 cup (150g) granulated sugar (for filling)
  • 2 large eggs, room temperature
  • 1/2 cup (120ml) sour cream
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 tablespoon (8g) all-purpose flour
  • Black cardstock or thick paper, cut into 1.5-inch squares (for toppers)
  • Toothpicks or small skewers (for toppers)
  • Thin black string or embroidery floss (optional, for tassels)

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 325°F (160°C). Line a 12-cup muffin tin with paper cupcake liners.
  2. In a medium bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and granulated sugar. Stir until mixture resembles wet sand.
  3. Press about 1 tablespoon of the crust mixture firmly into the bottom of each cupcake liner.
  4. Bake crusts for 8 minutes, then remove from oven and let cool slightly.
  5. In a large bowl, beat softened cream cheese with sugar until smooth and creamy, about 3-4 minutes.
  6. Add eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition.
  7. Mix in sour cream, vanilla extract, and flour until just combined; avoid overmixing.
  8. Spoon filling evenly over crusts, filling each cup about 3 tablespoons full.
  9. Bake at 325°F (160°C) for 18-20 minutes, until edges are set but centers jiggle slightly.
  10. Turn off oven, leave door slightly open, and let cheesecakes cool inside for 30 minutes.
  11. Remove from oven and transfer pan to a cooling rack. Once cool, refrigerate for at least 3 hours or overnight.
  12. Prepare graduation cap toppers by cutting black cardstock into squares, tying tassels from string, and attaching to toothpicks.
  13. Just before serving, gently insert a topper into each mini cheesecake. Serve chilled.

Notes

Use room temperature cream cheese and eggs to avoid lumps. Do not overmix after adding flour and sour cream to prevent cracks. Slow cooling in the oven with door slightly open helps reduce cracking. Paper liners aid in easy removal and keep crust intact. If cracks appear, top with fresh berries or chocolate sauce. For a water bath, place muffin tin in a shallow pan of water in the oven for ultra-smooth tops (optional).

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