Description
Mini Egg Cheesecake is a delightful dessert that combines creamy cheesecake with the fun of colorful Mini Eggs. This easy-to-make treat is perfect for any occasion, especially Easter celebrations. With its smooth texture and crunchy chocolate topping, each slice offers a nostalgic twist that will have everyone asking for seconds.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup digestive biscuits, crushed
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
- 16 oz (2 packages) full-fat cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup sour cream
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 3 large eggs
- 1 cup mini chocolate eggs, chopped
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 325°F (160°C) and grease an 8-inch springform pan.
- Mix crushed biscuits with melted butter and press into the bottom of the pan. Chill.
- Beat cream cheese until smooth; gradually add sugar and mix well.
- Add eggs one at a time, then stir in sour cream until smooth.
- Fold in chopped mini eggs gently.
- Pour filling over the crust and bake for 45-50 minutes until set but slightly wobbly in the center.
- Cool completely, refrigerate for at least 4 hours before serving, and top with additional mini eggs.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (approximately 100g)
- Calories: 310
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 210mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 95mg
Keywords: For variations, try swapping Mini Eggs with other favorite candies or add a drizzle of caramel sauce. Ensure cream cheese is at room temperature for a smooth batter and taste as you go to adjust sweetness.