Mini Red Velvet Cheesecakes
How would you like a delicious bite-sized dessert? These mini cheesecake desserts are not only simple but a gorgeous red color. These wonderful Mini Red Velvet Cheesecakes are a great choice for any occasion. You can share this lovely treat with your loved ones and may just become a favorite in your household.
Prep Time20 minutes mins
Cook Time20 minutes mins
Total Time40 minutes mins
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Keyword: red velvet cheesecake
Servings: 24
Chocolate Cookie Crust :
- 16 oreos
- 3 tbsp unsalted butter melted
Red Velvet Cheesecake Ingredients :
Chocolate Ganache topping
Chocolate Cookie Crust Directions :
Using a food processor, bled up the oreo cookies and the melted butter
until combined and wet sand like
Set aside
Line a cupcake pan with white cupcake liners
Using a tablespoon, scoop the crust into the cupcake liners
Using a flat bottomed cup or measuring cup, press the crust down firmly
Set aside
Red Velvet Cheesecake Directions :
Preheat oven to 350 degrees
Using a hand mixer, beat the cream cheese, sour cream, sugar and cocoa until combined
Beat in the vanilla until combined
Beat in the eggs, one at a time until combined
Beat in the Red Gel Food coloring until combined
Scoop about 1 ½ tbsp of the cheesecake batter into the cupcake liners
Bake in the oven for 20-22 minutes or until the top is firm
Remove from oven and allow to cool to room temperature
Once cooled, place in the fridge overnight
Chocolate Ganache topping Directions
Using a medium pot, bring the heavy whipping cream to a simmer
Pour the chocolate chips into a medium bowl, pour the heavy cream over the chocolate chips
Let sit for 2 minutes and then mix until smooth and combined
Remove the cheesecakes from the fridge
Scoop 1 tbsp of the chocolate ganache on top of the cheesecakes and smooth evenly with a butterknife
Sprinkle some oreo crumbs on top