Description
Indulgent mini Rolo cheesecakes combine creamy chocolate and caramel in a bite-sized dessert that melts hearts. Chocolate lovers will discover pure bliss with each rich, velvety morsel that promises delightful satisfaction.
Ingredients
Scale
Cheesecake Base:
- 1.5 cups graham cracker crumbs
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/3 cup unsalted butter, melted
Cheesecake Filling:
- 16 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/4 cup sour cream
- 12 rolos, chopped
Topping:
- 12 whole rolos
- 1/4 cup chocolate sauce
- 1/4 cup caramel sauce
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 325°F and line a 12-cup muffin tin with cupcake liners.
- Combine graham cracker crumbs, sugar, and melted butter in a mixing bowl, stirring until the mixture resembles wet sand.
- Press the crumb mixture firmly into the bottom of each cupcake liner, creating a compact base.
- In a large mixing bowl, beat cream cheese and sugar until smooth and creamy, about 2-3 minutes.
- Incorporate eggs one at a time, mixing thoroughly after each addition.
- Blend in vanilla extract and sour cream until the mixture is uniform and silky.
- Gently fold chopped rolos into the cheesecake batter, distributing evenly.
- Carefully spoon the cheesecake batter over the graham cracker bases, filling each liner about 3/4 full.
- Bake for 18-20 minutes, or until the centers are almost set with a slight wobble.
- Remove from oven and allow cheesecakes to cool completely at room temperature.
- Once cooled, refrigerate for at least 2 hours to set completely.
- Before serving, top each cheesecake with a whole rolo, then drizzle with chocolate and caramel sauces.
- Chill for an additional 15 minutes to allow toppings to set before serving.
Notes
- Ensure cream cheese is at room temperature for smoother, lump-free mixing and better incorporation of ingredients.
- Use a light hand when folding rolos into batter to prevent sinking and maintain even distribution throughout cheesecakes.
- Line muffin tin carefully to prevent uneven edges and create a professional-looking presentation that enhances visual appeal.
- For gluten-free version, substitute graham cracker crumbs with almond flour or gluten-free cookie crumbs to accommodate dietary restrictions.
- Prep Time: 25 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Desserts
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 12
- Calories: 295
- Sugar: 22 g
- Sodium: 180 mg
- Fat: 18 g
- Saturated Fat: 10 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 30 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 4 g
- Cholesterol: 65 mg