Description
Rich and creamy mini coffee cheesecakes with a chocolatey crust and bold espresso flavor — perfect for individual servings at any gathering.
Ingredients
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- 1 cup chocolate cookie crumbs
- 3 tbsp melted butter
- 16 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup sour cream
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tbsp all-purpose flour
- 2 tbsp instant espresso powder
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- Whipped cream, for topping (optional)
- Chocolate shavings or cocoa powder, for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 325°F (163°C) and line a muffin tin with paper liners.
- Mix chocolate cookie crumbs and melted butter. Press into the bottoms of the liners to form crusts.
- In a large bowl, beat cream cheese until smooth. Add sugar and mix until combined.
- Add sour cream, eggs, flour, espresso powder, and vanilla extract. Mix until smooth and creamy.
- Divide batter evenly among crusts in muffin tin.
- Bake for 18–22 minutes, until centers are just set.
- Let cool in pan, then chill in refrigerator for at least 2 hours.
- Top with whipped cream and garnish with chocolate shavings or cocoa powder before serving.
Notes
- Use high-quality instant espresso powder for best flavor.
- Ensure all ingredients are at room temperature for smooth mixing.
- Can be made a day ahead and stored in the refrigerator.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 mini cheesecake
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 140mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 17g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 55mg