Mini Cheesecakes Topped With Chocolate Ganache Recipe

Indulge in this Mini Cheesecakes Topped With Chocolate Ganache Recipe!

These bite-size beauties are the life of any party and are the best potluck dessert ever. Everyone is going to go wild for this mini cheesecake with chocolate ganache recipe. Make this holiday dessert recipe for your next party and watch everyone drool over these muffin tin cheesecakes. 

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Mini Cheesecakes Topped With Chocolate Ganache Recipe

I usually make a wide variety of desserts for the holidays and am sort of known for my awesome desserts. Not trying to toot my own horn, but everyone has become accustomed to me supplying insanely yummy desserts.

That’s why I always share my ideas with you so you can do the same. 😉

Last Christmas, I knew that I wanted to make some type of cheesecake, but I wasn’t sure what. I thought long and hard, and finally, an idea came to me. How about easy mini cheesecakes that are made in muffin tins?!?!?!  YES!!!

They are ideal because everyone can have their own, and you don’t have to worry about them being cut perfectly.

Plus, if you are trying to use portion control, these chocolate ganache cheesecakes have your name on them. YUMMY!

Can I Use an Oreo Cookie In Replace of The Chocolate Crust 

Sure! That is more than fine to swap out the chocolate layer crust for an Oreo Cookie instead. You can simply place one cookie in the bottom of each cupcake liner and skip the baking step for the chocolate layer.

EASY! Plus, the Oreo cookies will taste lovely with the other ingredients. 

Tips For Making Chocolate Ganache 

Chocolate ganache is actually pretty simple to make. There are a few tips I want to give you to prevent any trouble, though. First, don’t heat the heavy cream too much. It should be at a low simmer. Then add the chocolate chips to the heavy cream and let it sit for a minute or so. After it has sat, stir well with a whisk. Once it’s smooth, then it’s ready to use. 

How to Know When Cheesecake Is Done 

The cheesecake is done when the centers are very slightly jiggly, and the edges are set up. Once that happens, you are good to go, and they can be removed from the oven. 

Storing Minature Cheesecakes 

Place the mini cheesecakes in a food storage container and store in the fridge for up to 5 days.

Keep the chocolate ganache cheesecakes away from foods that have a strong odor and away from moisture.

Can I Make These In Advance 

Yes, you can easily make this mini cheesecake with chocolate ganache recipe up to 5 days in advance if you are placing them in the fridge. They age fairly well and taste good as leftovers too. 

Will These Chocolate Ganache Cheesecakes Freeze Well 

Yes, you can freeze the muffin tin cheesecakes. Keep them in an airtight container in the freezer for 2-3 months. Thaw in the fridge for a few hours before serving or eat frozen. They are good both ways!

Ingredients

You’ll notice that there are three groups of ingredients for these mini cheesecakes. Don’t worry, they are all pretty simple and don’t need a lot. There is the chocolate layer, cheesecake filling, and of course, the chocolate ganache for the top.

Chocolate Layer:

• 1 1/2 C flour
• 3 tbsp cocoa powder
• 1 tsp baking soda
• 1/2 tsp kosher salt
• 10 tbsp unsalted butter, softened
• 1 C sugar
• 2 large egg yolk
• 2 tbsp whole milk
• 2 tsp pure vanilla extract
• 2-3 tsp red food coloring

Cheesecake Filling

• 2 – 8oz cream cheese, softened
• 1 C sugar
• ½ C sour cream
• ¾ tsp pure vanilla extract
• ⅛ tsp kosher salt
• 2 large eggs

Chocolate Ganache

• 1 C Semi-sweet chocolate chips
• ½ C heavy whipping cream

How to Make Easy Mini Cheesecakes

After you make these easy mini cheesecakes, I think you will be pleased with how quickly and efficiently they come together. You can make all sorts of adjustments to them and serve them for any event too.

Chocolate Layer Directions:

Step 1: Heat up the oven to 350 degrees and line a cupcake pan with cupcake liners.

Step 2: Whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt together in a large bowl.

Step 3: Beat together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy in a stand mixer.

Step 4: Beat in the egg yolk, milk, and vanilla extract.

Step 5: Slowly mix in the dry ingredients until combined.

Step 6: Spoon about 1 tbsp of the batter into each cupcake liner.

Step 7: Bake the chocolate layer in the oven for about 5 – 7 minutes.

Step 8: Set aside to cool.

Cheesecake Filling Directions:

Step 1: Bring oven temp down to 325 degrees.

Step 2: Combine together the cream cheese and sugar until smooth and creamy in a stand mixer.

Step 3: Beat in the sour cream, vanilla, and salt until combined.

Step 4: Beat in the eggs, 1 at a time until combined.

Step 5: Scoop about ¼ C of the cheesecake batter into the cupcake liners using a measuring cup or large cookie scoop.

Step 6: Bake the cheesecakes in the oven for 17-21 minutes or until the edges start to turn a light golden brown color, and the center is set.

Step 7: Allow them to cool completely.

Chocolate Ganache Directions:

Step 1: Pour chocolate chips into a heat-safe bowl.

Step 2: Bring the heavy whipping cream to a slow simmer in a small pot. 

Step 3: Carefully add the heavy whipping cream over the chocolate chips and whisk until smooth.

Step 4: Scoop 1 ½ tbsp of ganache onto the top of the cold cheesecakes.

Step 6: Allow ganache to harden.

Step 7: Enjoy!

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Mini Cheesecakes Topped With Chocolate Ganache Recipe

Cook Time: 30 minutes minutes

Total Time: 30 minutes minutes

Mini Cheesecakes Topped With Chocolate Ganache are a muffin tin cheesecake with a chocolate crust, and topped with a rich and velvety chocolate ganache. Easy mini cheesecakes that are perfect for any and every occasion.

4.29 from 7 votes

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Ingredients 

Chocolate Layer:

• 1 1/2 C flour
• 3 tbsp cocoa powder
• 1 tsp baking soda
• 1/2 tsp kosher salt
• 10 tbsp unsalted butter, softened
• 1 C sugar
• 2 large egg yolk
• 2 tbsp whole milk
• 2 tsp pure vanilla extract
• 2-3 tsp red food coloring

Cheesecake Filling

• 2 - 8 oz cream cheese, softened
• 1 C sugar
• ½ C sour cream
• ¾ tsp pure vanilla extract
• ⅛ tsp kosher salt
• 2 large eggs

Chocolate Ganache

• 1 C Semi sweet chocolate chips
• ½ C heavy whipping cream

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Instructions

Chocolate Layer Directions:

• Preheat oven to 350 degrees and line a cupcake pan with cupcake liners
• Using a large bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, baking soda and salt together
• Using a standing mixer, beat together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy
• Beat in the egg yolk, milk, and vanilla extract
• Gradually mix in the dry ingredients until combined
• Spoon about 1 tbsp of the batter into each cupcake liner
• Bake in the oven for about 5 - 7 minutes
• Set aside to cool

Cheesecake Filling Directions:

• Bring oven temp down to 325
• Using a standing mixer, beat together the cream cheese and sugar until smooth and creamy
• Beat in the sour cream, vanilla and salt until combined
• Beat in the eggs, 1 at a time until combined
• Scoop about ¼ C of the cheesecake batter into the cupcake liners
• Bake in the oven for 17-21 minutes or until the edges start to turn a light golden brown color and the center is set
• Allow to cool completely

Chocolate Ganache Directions:

• Pour chocolate chips into a heat safe bowl
• Using a small pot, bring the heavy whipping cream to a slow simmer
• Pour heavy whipping cream over the chocolate chips and whisk until smooth
• Scoop 1 ½ tbsp of ganache onto the top of the cold cheesecakes
• Using remaining ganache, drizzle over the top of the cheesecake
• Allow ganache to harden
• Enjoy!

Author: Laura

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