These Mini Dulce De Leche Cheesecakes Are Impossible To Resist

These mini cheesecakes are everything you want in a small dessert: creamy centers, buttery crusts, and a glossy dulce de leche topping that adds the perfect note of sweetness.

Baked in muffin cups for effortless portioning, they chill into silky, irresistible treats that feel elegant enough for gatherings and simple enough for weeknight cravings.

With just a handful of steps, you’ll have a dessert that looks impressive and tastes even better.

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

Build And Bake The Cookie Crust — Image Credit: © *Una Ji /* Pexels

Start by preheating your oven to 350°F (180°C).

Use a food processor or a sealed plastic bag to crush the biscuits into fine crumbs, then mix in the melted butter until the texture resembles damp sand.

Divide the mixture evenly among 12 muffin cups and press firmly into the bottoms to create compact crusts.

Bake for 5 to 8 minutes, just until set, then remove from the oven and let them cool. Lower the oven temperature to 325°F (160°C) to prepare for the filling.

Mix A Smooth, Lemon-Kissed Cheesecake Batter

In a large mixing bowl, beat the cream cheese and sugar until the mixture is soft, fluffy, and free of lumps.

Add the vanilla extract, lemon juice, lemon zest, and sour cream, blending until everything comes together into a silky batter.

Beat in the eggs one at a time, mixing just until incorporated – this gentle approach keeps the cheesecakes creamy and prevents cracks.

Fill, Bake, And Chill

Spoon or pour the cheesecake filling into the prepared muffin cups, dividing it as evenly as possible. Bake for 15 minutes, then remove them from the oven.

The centers may look slightly soft – that’s exactly right.

Let the cheesecakes cool to room temperature, then place the pan in the refrigerator for at least 4 hours to fully set and develop their smooth texture.