Description
Mini Pineapple Upside-Down Cheesecakes are a delightful twist on the classic dessert, merging the creamy richness of cheesecake with the tropical sweetness of caramelized pineapple. These individual-sized treats feature a buttery graham cracker crust that adds a satisfying crunch. Ideal for parties or family gatherings, these mini cheesecakes are visually stunning and bursting with flavor in each bite. Easy to prepare and perfect for make-ahead convenience, they allow you to spend more time enjoying the company of friends and family while still impressing them with an elegant dessert.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup graham cracker crumbs
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (melted)
- 16 oz cream cheese (softened)
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup pineapple rings (chopped)
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a muffin tin with cupcake liners.
- In a bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs and melted butter; mix well. Press one tablespoon into each muffin cup.
- Beat softened cream cheese until smooth; gradually add sugar and mix until fluffy.
- In a saucepan over medium heat, combine chopped pineapple and brown sugar until caramelized.
- Spoon two tablespoons of cream cheese mixture into each crust and top with caramelized pineapple.
- Bake for about 20 minutes or until set with a slight jiggle in the center. Cool completely before refrigerating for at least two hours.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cheesecake (60g)
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 30mg