Mini Pineapple Upside-Down Cheesecakes 😍🍍
A fun twist on the classic pineapple upside-down cake, combined with creamy cheesecake! These individual desserts are perfect for parties, potlucks, or a sweet treat any day. 😋🎉
Ingredients 🛒
For the Pineapple Layer:
6 slices canned pineapple rings 🍍 (reserve the juice)
6 maraschino cherries 🍒
1/4 cup unsalted butter 🧈 (melted)
1/4 cup brown sugar 🟤
For the Cheesecake Layer:
16 oz cream cheese 🧀 (softened)
1/2 cup granulated sugar 🍚
2 large eggs 🥚
1 tsp vanilla extract 🌿
1/4 cup reserved pineapple juice 🍍
For the Crust:
1 cup graham cracker crumbs 🍘
2 tbsp granulated sugar 🍚
3 tbsp unsalted butter 🧈 (melted)
Instructions 🍳
Preheat oven to 325°F (160°C). Line a muffin tin with parchment liners or grease well. 🌡️
Prepare the pineapple layer: In a small bowl, mix melted butter and brown sugar. Place a pineapple ring in the bottom of each muffin cup, add a cherry in the center, and spoon the butter-sugar mixture over the top. 🍍🍒🧈🟤
Make the crust: In a bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs, sugar, and melted butter. Press about 1 tablespoon of the mixture into the bottom of each muffin cup, over the pineapple layer. 🍘🍚🧈
Prepare the cheesecake filling: In a large bowl, beat cream cheese and sugar until smooth. Add eggs one at a time, then mix in vanilla extract and pineapple juice. 🧀🍚🥚🌿🍍
Assemble: Pour the cheesecake batter over the crust in each muffin cup, filling almost to the top. 🧀
Bake: Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the cheesecakes are set but still slightly jiggly in the center. Let cool completely in the pan. 🎂🔥
Chill: Refrigerate for at least 2 hours to firm up. ❄️
Serve: Carefully remove the cheesecakes from the muffin tin and flip them upside down to reveal the pineapple layer. Garnish with extra pineapple or cherries if desired. 😍🍍🍒
Enjoy! These mini cheesecakes are a tropical delight. 😋✨
These Mini Pineapple Upside-Down Cheesecakes are a perfect blend of fruity, creamy, and crunchy textures.
Great for impressing guests or treating yourself to a little slice of paradise! 🌴🎉🍍