Make these creamy, bite-sized desserts without turning on your oven. This simple recipe delivers decadent flavor perfect for parties or quick sweet cravings.
Prepare your mini muffin tin by lining 24 cups with paper liners.
Make the crust: In a bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs and 1/4 cup sugar. Pour in the melted butter and mix until the crumbs are evenly moistened.
Press about 1 tablespoon of the crust mixture firmly into the bottom of each paper liner. Place the tin in the freezer while you prepare the filling.
Make the filling: In a large bowl, use an electric mixer to beat the softened cream cheese and 1/2 cup sugar until smooth. Mix in the vanilla extract.
Beat in the eggs one at a time, mixing just until combined after each addition. Gently stir in the sour cream until the mixture is uniform. Do not overmix.
Spoon the cheesecake filling evenly over the chilled crusts, filling each liner about three-quarters full.
Chill the bites: Place the muffin tin back into the freezer for at least 4 hours, or until completely firm. For best results, chill in the refrigerator overnight.
Once firm, remove the paper liners. Top each mini cheesecake bite with your desired topping just before serving.
Notes
For a firmer crust, bake the crusts for 5 minutes at 350°F before chilling, though this recipe is designed to be no-bake.
If you want to make these ahead, store the plain, unfrosted bites in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
To achieve the creamiest texture, ensure your cream cheese is fully softened to room temperature before mixing.