Mini cherry cream cheese pies are a delightful and irresistible treat! Here’s a recipe that will surely satisfy your craving for these delicious desserts
Ingredients:
For the Crust:
- 1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
For the Cream Cheese Filling:
- 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup heavy cream, whipped to stiff peaks
For the Cherry Topping:
- 1 (21-ounce) can cherry pie filling (or homemade cherry pie filling)
Instructions:
- Prepare the Crust:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a 12-cup muffin tin with paper liners.
- In a bowl, mix together the graham cracker crumbs, granulated sugar, and melted butter until well combined.
- Press about 1-2 tablespoons of the crust mixture into the bottom of each muffin cup, firmly pressing down to form a crust.
- Bake the Crust:
- Bake the crusts in the preheated oven for 5-7 minutes, until set. Remove from the oven and let them cool completely.
- Prepare the Cream Cheese Filling:
- In a mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese until smooth.
- Add the powdered sugar and vanilla extract, and beat until well combined and creamy.
- Gently fold in the whipped heavy cream until the mixture is smooth and fluffy.
- Assemble the Mini Pies:
- Spoon or pipe the cream cheese filling evenly into the cooled graham cracker crusts, filling each almost to the top.
- Add the Cherry Topping:
- Spoon a generous amount of cherry pie filling over each mini pie, covering the cream cheese filling.
- Chill and Serve:
- Refrigerate the mini cherry cream cheese pies for at least 2 hours, or until they are firm and chilled.
- Once chilled, remove them from the muffin tin and serve them cold.
- Optional Garnish:
- For an extra touch, garnish each mini pie with a dollop of whipped cream and a fresh cherry on top before serving.
These mini cherry cream cheese pies are perfect for parties, gatherings, or simply as a special treat for yourself. They are creamy, fruity, and absolutely delicious!