Description
Miniature miracles of sweetness, these cherry cream cheese pies dance with delightful layers of creamy indulgence and fruity charm. Guests will savor each delectable bite, experiencing a perfect balance of tangy cream cheese and luscious cherry filling that promises pure dessert pleasure.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 2 cups graham cracker crumbs
- 8 oz cream cheese
- 1 can (21 oz) cherry pie filling
Dairy:
- 1/2 cup butter
- 1/4 cup sour cream
- 2 large eggs
Sweeteners and Seasonings:
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/4 tsp salt
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F and line a muffin tin with cupcake liners for easy removal of mini pies.
- Melt butter and combine with graham cracker crumbs, pressing the mixture firmly into the bottom of each liner to create a compact crust.
- In a mixing bowl, beat cream cheese and sugar until smooth and creamy, ensuring no lumps remain.
- Incorporate eggs one at a time, mixing thoroughly after each addition to maintain a silky texture.
- Fold in sour cream and vanilla extract, blending until the mixture is uniform and glossy.
- Gently pour the cream cheese mixture over the graham cracker base, filling each cup about 2/3 full.
- Bake for 18-20 minutes, or until the centers are set but still slightly jiggly when gently shaken.
- Remove from oven and allow mini pies to cool completely at room temperature for approximately 30 minutes.
- Once cooled, top each mini pie with a generous spoonful of cherry pie filling, distributing the cherries evenly.
- Refrigerate for at least 2 hours to allow the pies to firm up and develop a richer flavor profile.
- Serve chilled, garnishing with additional graham cracker crumbs if desired for extra texture.
Notes
- Ensure cream cheese is at room temperature to prevent lumps and achieve a smooth, creamy texture for the filling.
- Avoid overmixing the batter after adding eggs to prevent air bubbles that can cause cracking during baking.
- Use a light hand when pressing graham cracker crust to prevent a dense, hard bottom that can be difficult to eat.
- Substitute cherry pie filling with fresh berries or other fruit compotes for a personalized twist on the classic recipe.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Desserts, Snacks
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 8
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 22 g
- Sodium: 200 mg
- Fat: 20 g
- Saturated Fat: 12 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 40 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 4 g
- Cholesterol: 60 mg