Mini Pineapple Upside-Down Cheesecakes
Mini Pineapple Upside-Down Cheesecakes are a delightful twist on a classic dessert. Each individual cheesecake features a rich and creamy filling paired with sweet, caramelized pineapple for an irresistible treat. Perfect for parties or family gatherings, these mini desserts not only look stunning but are also incredibly easy to prepare. With their tropical flair and bite-sized portions, they’re sure to impress your guests while satisfying your sweet tooth.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 12 mini cheesecakes 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Tropical
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 the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a muffin tin with cupcake liners.
- In a mixing bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs and melted butter. Press one tablespoon into each muffin cup.
- Beat softened cream cheese until smooth; gradually add granulated sugar until fluffy.
- In a saucepan, caramelize chopped pineapple with brown sugar over medium heat until fragrant.
- Spoon two tablespoons of the cream cheese mixture into each crust and top with caramelized pineapple.
- Bake for about 20 minutes until set with a slight jiggle in the center. Cool completely before refrigerating for at least two hours.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cheesecake (60g)
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 21g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 40mg