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Cherry Cheesecake Cups

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Prep Time 20 minutes
Chill Time 2 hours
Total Time 2 hours 20 minutes
Course Dessert
Cuisine American
Servings 6 cups

Ingredients
  

For the crust:

  • 1 cup graham cracker crumbs
  • 3 tbsp unsalted butter melted
  • 1 tbsp sugar

For the cheesecake filling:

  • 8 oz cream cheese softened
  • 1/3 cup powdered sugar
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 cup heavy whipping cream

Topping:

  • 1 cup cherry pie filling

Instructions
 

  • Make the crust: In a small bowl, mix graham crumbs, sugar, and melted butter. Spoon 1-2 tablespoons into each cup or jar and gently press down.
  • Whip the cream: In a chilled bowl, beat heavy cream until stiff peaks form. Set aside.
  • Make the cheesecake base: Beat softened cream cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla until smooth and fluffy.
  • Combine: Gently fold whipped cream into the cream cheese mixture.
  • Assemble: Pipe or spoon cheesecake filling over the crust. Top each with a generous spoonful of cherry pie filling.
  • Chill: Refrigerate for at least 2 hours (or overnight!) to set.

Notes

  • Can sub crushed Oreos for the crust for a chocolate twist.
  • Use mascarpone in place of cream cheese for a silkier texture.