Description
Orange Creamsicle Mini Cheesecakes are creamy, citrusy bites of sunshine with a nostalgic twist. Each cheesecake sits atop a buttery graham cracker crust and is infused with fresh orange zest and juice for a vibrant flavor. They’re perfect for parties or as a make-ahead treat that’s easy to chill and serve.
Ingredients
1 cup graham cracker crumbs
2 tablespoons granulated sugar
4 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
16 oz cream cheese, softened
1/2 cup granulated sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Zest of 1 orange
1/4 cup fresh orange juice
2 large eggs
1/2 cup sour cream
Whipped cream and orange slices for topping (optional)
Instructions
1. Preheat the oven to 325°F and line a 12-count muffin tin with paper liners.
2. Mix graham cracker crumbs, sugar, and melted butter. Press 1 tablespoon of crust into each liner. Bake 5 minutes and cool.
3. In a large bowl, beat cream cheese and sugar until smooth. Add vanilla, orange zest, and juice. Mix in eggs one at a time, then stir in sour cream.
4. Pour filling over crusts. Bake 16–18 minutes until centers are slightly jiggly.
5. Cool in pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a rack. Chill at least 2 hours.
6. Top with whipped cream and orange slices before serving, if desired.
Notes
Always use full-fat brick cream cheese for best results.
Don’t overmix the batter once eggs are added to prevent cracks.
Let them chill fully for clean, creamy bites.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 18 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 mini cheesecake
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 135mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 55mg
Keywords: orange cheesecake, mini cheesecake, citrus dessert