Rich, creamy, and irresistible—these Dulce De Leche Mini Cheesecakes feature a buttery crust, smooth cheesecake filling, and decadent dulce de leche topping.
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.
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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!