Dulce De Leche Mini Cheesecakes Recipe
Learn how to make quick and easy dulce de leche mini cheesecakes. This recipe is super easy and make in muffin tin, so you don’t need any special equipment. These mini cheesecakes are rich, creamy and topped with delicious dulce de leche.
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Dulce De Leche Mini Cheesecakes Recipe
Rich, creamy, and irresistible—these Dulce De Leche Mini Cheesecakes feature a buttery crust, smooth cheesecake filling, and decadent dulce de leche topping.
Equipment
Ingredients
For the crust:
- 4.3 oz (120 g) Biscuits/graham crackers
- 4 tablespoons (60 g) Butter melted
For the filling:
- 1 ⅓ cups (300 g) Cream cheese
- ½ cup (115 g) Sour cream
- ½ cup (100 g) Sugar
- 2 Eggs
- 1 tablespoon Lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
For topping:
- 1 cup (250 g) Dulce de leche
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350F (180C).
- In a food processor or a Ziploc bag crush the biscuits into fine crumbs. Add melted butter and pulse until combined. Divide evenly among 12 muffin cups. Press into the bottom. Bake for 5-8 minutes, remove from oven and set aside.
- Reduce oven heat to 325F (360C).
- In a large bowl beat cream cheese and sugar, beat until creamy. Add vanilla extract, lemon juice, lemon zest, sour cream and beat until smooth. Add eggs, one at the time, beating just until combined after each addition.
- Divide the filling between the cups.
- Bake for 15minutes. Remove from the oven and let cool to room temperature, then refrigerate for at least 4 hours.
- In a heatproof bowl, heat the dulce de leche and spread on top of each cheesecake.
- Refrigerate for 1 hour or until set.
Video
Notes
- Baking Time & Oven Temperature: Every oven is different, so start checking the cheesecakes a few minutes before the recommended baking time ends. Cheesecakes should still slightly jiggle in the center when ready.
- Cooling and Setting: Don’t skip refrigeration. Cheesecakes must cool completely and be refrigerated for at least 4 hours (preferably overnight) to achieve the best creamy texture and firm shape.
- Dulce de Leche Topping: Slightly warming the dulce de leche makes it easier to spread smoothly. You can gently heat it in the microwave in short bursts (10–15 seconds) or use a double boiler method.
- Substitutions: You can substitute sour cream with Greek yogurt for a lighter texture. Just make sure it’s plain and unsweetened.
- Storage: Store leftover cheesecakes covered in the refrigerator for up to 4 days. These mini cheesecakes can also be frozen (without topping) in an airtight container for up to 2 months. Thaw overnight in the fridge before serving.
- For better understanding: I highly recommend watching the step-by-step video recipe above. Visual instructions can help you follow along more easily and achieve perfect results.
- Have more questions? Check out the FAQ section below the recipe card—I’ve answered common questions and troubleshooting tips there!
Nutrition
Calories: 237kcalCarbohydrates: 17gProtein: 3gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gTrans Fat: 0.2gCholesterol: 68mgSodium: 159mgPotassium: 67mgFiber: 0.1gSugar: 12gVitamin A: 563IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 41mgIron: 0.5mg
Nutrition information is automatically generated and thus we can not guarantee it is 100% accurate.
Common Questions
Can I make these mini cheesecakes ahead of time?
Yes! You can make them 1–2 days in advance. Store them in the refrigerator (without topping) and add the dulce de leche topping just before serving.
Why did my mini cheesecakes sink in the center?
Mini cheesecakes can sink slightly if overmixed or overbaked. Be sure to mix just until ingredients are combined and avoid overbaking—cheesecakes should still jiggle slightly when removed from the oven.
What can I use instead of graham crackers for the crust?
You can substitute graham crackers with digestive biscuits, Oreos, Lotus Biscoff, or vanilla wafers, depending on your taste preferences.
Live your recipes hun there so easy to read and follow 😋☺️
Hey what can we substitute eggs with in your recipes? Can I use yogurt instead?
Also how to make dulce de Leche?