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Mini Amaretto Cherry Cheesecakes

If you love cheesecake, you'll adore these Mini Amaretto Cherry Cheesecakes! The perfect easy dessert for holidays, parties, baby showers, or any special occasion. 
Course Dessert
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings 24
Calories 190kcal
Author Cathy Trochelman

Ingredients

Graham Cracker Crust

  • 1 1/4 cup graham cracker crumbs
  • 1/4 cup butter melted
  • 3 Tbsp. granulated sugar

Amaretto Cheesecake Filling

  • 16 ounces cream cheese softened
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 3 eggs
  • 1 cup sour cream
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream
  • 1/4 cup amaretto or almond liqueur

Instructions

For the crust:

  • Combine graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and granulated sugar in a small mixing bowl. 
  • Spoon evenly into 24 muffin tins lined with cupcake liners. Press down with spoon or the bottom of a small glass.

For the amaretto filling:

  • Beat cream cheese and sugar in a mixing bowl until light and fluffy, scraping the bowl occasionally.
  • Add the eggs one at a time, beating just until blended after each addition.
  • Add the sour cream, heavy cream, and amaretto and beat just until blended. Be careful not to overbeat!
  • Spoon approx. 1/4 cup filling into each prepared cupcake liner.
  • Bake at 350 degrees 25-30 minutes, until center is set.
  • Remove from oven and let stand to cool. Chill, covered, at least 2 hours.
  • Top with cherry pie filling. Add whipped cream as desired.