Tasty Mini Pineapple Cheesecakes

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Get a perfect mix of fruity pineapple upside-down cake vibes and rich cheesecake in these minis. The crust is crunchy, the filling smooth (mixing is easier with room-temp ingredients), and the caramelized pineapple is heavenly. Add caramel sauce as the finishing touch! Just remember to keep the pineapple dry, and you'll have them baked in about 45 minutes.
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Écrit par Kylie
Last modified on Sat, 22 Mar 2025 21:42:15 GMT
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Check out these cute little pineapple upside-down cheesecakes - they mix smooth, rich cheesecake with a fun tropical twist. Each bite-sized treat has a creamy cheesecake topped with sweet, caramelized pineapple, giving you an amazing combo of tastes and textures.

We spent tons of time in the kitchen playing with this recipe until we got just the right mix of sweet, tangy and tropical in every mouthful.

Essential Components

  • Cream Cheese: Go for full-fat and make sure it's soft to get that super smooth texture
  • Graham Crackers: Crush them yourself for the best-tasting, perfect-textured crust
  • Pineapple: You can use fresh or canned, just make sure you drain and pat it dry
  • Caramel: Pick up a good one from the store or whip up your own
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Cooking Steps

Base Preparation:
Turn graham crackers into fine crumbs. Mix with melted butter until it sticks when pressed. Press firmly into your lined muffin tin using a spoon.
Cheesecake Mixture:
Whip the soft cream cheese until it's fluffy. Slowly add sugar while mixing. Add eggs one by one. Mix in vanilla just until everything's combined.
Final Steps:
Fill each cup about three-quarters full. Tap the pan to get rid of air bubbles. Put pineapple pieces on top, pushing them in slightly. Bake until the edges are set but the middle's still a bit wiggly.

The small individual servings work way better than making one big cheesecake - they cook more evenly and they're easier to serve.

Cooling Instructions

To keep the tops from cracking, let them cool down slowly - just leave them in the oven with the door cracked open for about 10 minutes after baking.

Fruit Advice

Cut your pineapple into half-inch pieces that are all about the same size so they cook evenly and look pretty.

Make-Ahead Options

You can make these a day early and they'll taste even better. Just wait to add the caramel until right before you serve them.

Other Topping Ideas

Try switching it up with different fruits like fresh mango chunks or caramelized peach slices.

These little treats show how you can take old-school desserts and turn them into fancy individual portions that'll impress at any party.

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FAQ sur la recette

→ Why do the ingredients need to be at room temp?
It makes the batter blend smoothly, so you don’t end up with any lumps.
→ How can I avoid cracks in the cheesecakes?
Don’t mix the batter too much, and use a water bath in the oven for moist heat.
→ How long should they chill in the fridge?
Let them cool for at least 4 hours, or overnight if you can wait!
→ Why is it necessary to drain the pineapple?
Extra moisture can mess up the texture, so dry it well after draining.
→ Can I make them ahead of time?
Definitely! Keep them cold in the fridge, and add the caramel drizzle right before serving.

Mini Pineapple Cheesecakes

These little tropical desserts combine pineapple chunks, creamy cheesecake, a buttery graham base, and a hint of caramel on top.

Préparation
20 minutes
Temps de cuisson
25 minutes
Durée totale
45 minutes
Écrit par: Kylie

Type de recette: Desserts

Niveau de difficulté: Moyen

Cuisine: American

Quantité obtenue: 12 Nombre de portions (12 mini cheesecakes)

Régimes: Végétarien(ne)

Composition

→ Crust

01 1 and 1/2 cups of graham crackers, crushed into crumbs
02 1/4 cup of melted butter

→ Cheesecake Filling

03 16 ounces of cream cheese, softened (that’s two 8-ounce packages)
04 1/2 cup of granulated sugar
05 2 large eggs
06 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract

→ Topping

07 Drained pineapple chunks from a 20-ounce can
08 1/4 cup of caramel drizzle

Étapes de réalisation

Étape n°01

Turn on your oven to 350°F (175°C). Put cupcake liners into a 12-cup muffin pan.

Étape n°02

Combine the graham cracker crumbs with melted butter until it’s all evenly mixed. Press a bit of the mixture firmly into each muffin cup using a spoon or small glass.

Étape n°03

Beat together the softened cream cheese and sugar using a mixer until totally smooth. Add one egg at a time, beating in between. Stir in the vanilla last.

Étape n°04

Fill the muffin cups about 3/4 of the way with cheesecake batter. Gently press a few pineapple pieces into each one.

Étape n°05

Bake for 20-25 minutes, pulling them out when the edges look firm but the centers have a slight wobble. Let them cool completely in the pan before refrigerating for at least 4 hours or overnight.

Étape n°06

Right before serving, drizzle caramel sauce over the top of each cheesecake.

Détails supplémentaires

  1. Bring your cream cheese and eggs to room temperature so the mix blends smoother.
  2. Drain and pat dry the pineapple pieces really well so the cheesecakes don’t go soggy.
  3. To avoid cracks, place a pan with hot water on the lower oven rack while baking.

Outils et ustensiles nécessaires

  • 12-cup muffin pan
  • Cupcake liners
  • Hand or stand mixer
  • Several mixing bowls

Informations sur les allergènes

Vérifie les ingrédients pour repérer d’éventuels allergènes et consulte un expert médical en cas de doute.
  • Includes dairy (like cream cheese and butter)
  • Includes eggs
  • Contains gluten from graham crackers

Apports nutritionnels (par portion)

Ces données sont uniquement indicatives et ne se substituent pas à un avis médical professionnel.
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