Description
Delightful cherry cheesecake cupcakes blend creamy cheesecake with sweet cherry goodness in a perfectly portioned treat. Rich flavors and elegant presentation make these cupcakes an irresistible dessert you’ll crave again and again.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 16 ounces (454 grams) cream cheese, softened
- 1 can (21 ounces / 595 grams) cherry pie filling
- 2 large eggs
Crust Ingredients:
- 1 cup (240 milliliters) graham cracker crumbs
- 4 tablespoons (60 milliliters) unsalted butter, melted
- 2 tablespoons (30 milliliters) granulated sugar
Flavor Enhancers:
- ½ cup (120 milliliters) granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon (5 milliliters) vanilla extract
- ½ teaspoon (2.5 milliliters) lemon juice
Instructions
- Craft a delectable foundation by combining graham cracker crumbs with sugar and melted butter. Gently press the mixture into cupcake liners, creating a uniform base that will support the creamy cheesecake layer.
- Whip cream cheese and sugar until velvety smooth, incorporating eggs one by one to maintain a silky texture. Infuse the mixture with vanilla extract and a hint of lemon juice for a bright, sophisticated flavor profile.
- Carefully distribute the cheesecake batter into the prepared liners, filling each approximately three-quarters full to allow room for gentle rising during baking.
- Transfer the cupcake tin to a preheated oven, allowing the delicate cheesecake to set and develop a subtle golden edge. Watch carefully to prevent over-baking, aiming for a barely trembling center.
- After removing from the oven, permit the cupcakes to rest briefly in the tin, then transition to a cooling rack to stabilize their structure and prevent continued cooking.
- Once completely cooled, crown each cupcake with a generous dollop of vibrant cherry pie filling. Refrigerate to allow flavors to meld and the dessert to achieve optimal serving consistency.
- Chill thoroughly before serving, ensuring a luxurious, creamy texture that will delight dessert enthusiasts.
Notes
- Crush graham crackers finely to ensure a compact, even crust that holds together perfectly when biting into the cupcake.
- Use room temperature cream cheese and eggs for a smoother, lump-free cheesecake filling that blends effortlessly.
- Watch baking time closely, as over-baking can cause cracks and dry texture; the centers should be slightly soft and delicate when removed from the oven.
- Swap cherry pie filling with fresh cherry compote or other fruit toppings like blueberry or strawberry for seasonal variations and personalized flavor profiles.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Desserts, Snacks
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 12
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 24 g
- Sodium: 200 mg
- Fat: 18 g
- Saturated Fat: 10 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 35 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 4 g
- Cholesterol: 70 mg