Description
These mini Nutella cheesecakes feature a graham cracker crust, a creamy vanilla cheesecake filling swirled with Nutella, and topped with whipped cream, fresh raspberries, and shaved chocolate. Perfect for a decadent dessert that’s easy to make and sure to impress
Ingredients
For the Crust:
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1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs (about 10-12 graham cracker sheets)
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1/4 cup granulated sugar
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6 Tbsp unsalted butter, melted
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1/2 tsp vanilla extract
For the Cheesecake Filling:
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2 8oz cream cheese bricks, softened
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1/2 cup granulated sugar
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2 eggs, at room temperature
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2 tsp vanilla extract
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1/2 cup Nutella
For the Toppings:
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Whipped cream
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Raspberries
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Shaved chocolate
Instructions
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Preheat Oven: Preheat the oven to 350°F and line a 12-cup muffin tin with paper liners. Set aside.
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Prepare Crust: Pulse graham crackers in a food processor until fine crumbs. Add sugar, melted butter, and vanilla extract, then pulse until well combined. Divide about 1-2 Tbsp of the graham cracker mixture into each muffin cup and press into an even layer using the back of a tablespoon or your hands. Set aside.
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Prepare Cheesecake Filling: Beat cream cheese with a mixer until fluffy and smooth. Add sugar and mix until fully combined, scraping the sides of the bowl as needed. Add eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Mix in vanilla extract until smooth.
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Prepare Nutella: Microwave Nutella for 15-20 seconds to loosen its consistency. Set aside.
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Assemble Cheesecakes: Divide the cheesecake batter evenly among the muffin cups, filling each about 2/3 – 3/4 full. Spoon about 2 tsp of Nutella into each cup and swirl into the batter with a cake tester, toothpick, or knife.
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Bake: Bake for 16-20 minutes, or until the edges are set and the centers jiggle slightly. Turn off the oven, crack the oven door, and let the cheesecakes cool in the oven for 30-45 minutes to prevent cracking. Allow to cool to room temperature on the counter, then refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight.
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Serve: Top with whipped cream, fresh raspberries, and shaved chocolate. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator.
Notes
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For a more intense Nutella flavor, increase the Nutella amount in the filling to 3/4 cup.
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Ensure the cream cheese is softened to room temperature for a smoother filling.
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Allow the cheesecakes to cool completely before refrigerating to set properly.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 mini cheesecake
- Calories: Approximately 308 kcal
- Sugar: 17g
- Sodium: 197mg
- Fat: 23g
- Saturated Fat: 13g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 79mg