Description
Mini Pineapple Upside-Down Cheesecakes are a delightful fusion of creamy cheesecake and caramelized pineapple, perfect for satisfying your sweet tooth. These individual treats are incredibly easy to make and add a tropical flair to any gathering. With a buttery graham cracker crust and a luscious filling, each bite transports you to a sunny paradise. Ideal for parties or a simple weeknight dessert, they promise to impress and satisfy!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup graham cracker crumbs
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup pineapple slices, well-drained
- Maraschino cherries for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line muffin tins with paper liners.
- Combine graham cracker crumbs and melted butter; press firmly into each muffin liner.
- Caramelize pineapple slices in butter and brown sugar until golden.
- Beat cream cheese until smooth; mix in sugar and vanilla.
- Fill muffin liners with cheesecake mixture and top with caramelized pineapple.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes until set but slightly jiggly; cool completely before refrigerating for at least two hours.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Tropical
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
Keywords: For added crunch, consider mixing in macadamia nuts or coconut flakes. Substitute different fruits like peaches or cherries for a seasonal twist.