Mini Cheesecakes With Vanilla Wafer Crust

Mini cheesecakes are the perfect delicious bite for dessert. Not only are they easy to make, but the small size is good for portion control. If you don’t want an entire tempting cheesecake in the kitchen, try these mini versions instead.

Mini cheesecakes are also great for serving a crowd. There is less mess and they can even work as finger food when guests are eating and mingling. They are baked in muffin cups with no need for a fussy pressed crust. Simply drop in a vanilla wafer into the bottom of each muffin cup and that makes a perfect cookie crust in a snap. No need to mess with melted butter and graham cracker or cookie crumbs. 

Many toppings can be used to garnish these mini cheesecakes such as prepared canned pie fillings, lemon curd, chocolate ganache, or even just whipped cream. You can even use this recipe as a base and then build a mini cheesecake bar where your guests can make it their own and everyone can personalize dessert by picking their favorite topping. This recipe will soon become a staple in your recipe box as well as a party favorite.

These mini cheesecakes freeze well. They will keep in the refrigerator for several days. To serve, defrost completely and then top with cherry pie filling before serving.