Salted Caramel Mini Cheesecakes
Prep
20 mins
Cook
25 mins
Servings
12
Difficulty
Easy
These salted caramel mini cheesecakes are my go to dessert when I want something impressive but don't have hours to spend baking. With just 45 minutes total from prep to plate, they're incredibly quick to pull together, and honestly, the individual portions make them perfect for entertaining or treating yourself. The cream cheese base is packed with protein to keep you satisfied, while the graham cracker crust adds a wonderful texture contrast. What really gets people talking though is that hit of flaky sea salt on top of the rich caramel, which somehow makes each bite taste even more indulgent. Trust me, you're going to love how elegant these taste coming together so easily.
Ella x
Ingredients
- 250graham cracker crust
- 400 softenedcream cheese
- 200 castorgranulated sugar
- 4large eggs
- 120 all-purposeall-purpose flour
- 10 table saltsalt
- 120 softenedunsalted butter
- 10 teaspoonvanilla extract
- 150 caramelcaramel sauce
- 20flaky sea salt
- 10 all-purposebaking powder
- 10 all-purposeespresso powder
- 400 milkmilk
- 20 liquidhoney
Detail level
Instructions
- 1
Preheat the oven to 180°C. Prepare the crust by mixing graham cracker crumbs, flour, and baking powder. Stir in melted butter until combined.
Tip: Use a food processor to make the crust easier to mix.
- 2
In a large mixing bowl, beat cream cheese until smooth. Add granulated sugar and mix until combined.
Tip: Make sure to scrape the sides of the bowl for an even mix.
- 3
Add eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Stir in vanilla extract.
Tip: Don't overbeat the mixture, as it can become too thin.
- 4
Pour in milk and honey, and mix until just combined. Don't overmix!
Tip: The batter should still be slightly lumpy.
- 5
Divide the batter evenly among 12 mini muffin tin cups. Top each cup with a spoonful of caramel sauce.
Tip: Make sure to leave a 1cm border around the edges of each cup.
- 6
Bake for 18-20 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown and the centers are set.
Tip: Don't open the oven door during the baking time, as it can affect the cooking time.
- 7
Remove from the oven and sprinkle with flaky sea salt. Let cool completely before serving.
Tip: The salt will help bring out the caramel flavors.
- 8
Serve the cheesecakes chilled, with an extra drizzle of caramel sauce if desired.
Tip: This will make the cheesecakes even more indulgent!
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