Description
Mini Lemon Cheesecake Tarts are a delightful fusion of tart lemon and creamy cheesecake, perfect for any occasion. These no-bake treats bring a refreshing burst of flavor that brightens up spring and summer gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup graham cracker crumbs
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 6 tablespoons unsalted butter (melted)
- 1 package (8 oz) cream cheese (softened)
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 2 teaspoons lemon zest (divided)
- 2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 1/3 cup heavy whipping cream
- Fresh fruit or fruit preserves for garnish
Instructions
- In a food processor, blend graham cracker crumbs, sugar, and melted butter. Press this mixture into muffin tins to form crusts.
- Beat cream cheese, sugar, half the lemon zest, and lemon juice in a bowl until smooth.
- Whip the heavy cream until soft peaks form and fold into the cream cheese mixture.
- Spoon filling into the prepared crusts and chill for at least two hours.
- Garnish with fresh fruit or preserves before serving.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: None
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 175
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 11g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 17g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 30mg