Save It A delightful assortment of bite-sized cheesecakes and tarts, perfect for parties or sweet cravings. These trendy mini desserts are easy to serve, visually appealing, and bursting with flavor.
Whenever I need a crowd-pleaser for dessert, I turn to this trio and guests rave about the mix-and-match options. These mini bites saved many celebrations with their charming look and simple preparation.
Ingredients
- Graham cracker crumbs: 100 g (3.5 oz) for cheesecakes
- Unsalted butter: 40 g (3 tbsp), melted for cheesecakes and chocolate tarts
- Cream cheese: 200 g (7 oz), softened
- Granulated sugar: 50 g (1/4 cup)
- Egg: 1 large
- Vanilla extract: 1/2 tsp
- Fresh berries: for topping mini cheesecakes
- Chocolate sandwich cookies: 100 g (3.5 oz), finely crushed
- Dark chocolate: 100 g (3.5 oz), chopped
- Heavy cream: 75 ml (1/3 cup)
- Sea salt flakes: for garnish mini chocolate tarts
- Ready-rolled shortcrust pastry: 1 sheet
- Lemon curd: 100 g (3.5 oz)
- Powdered sugar: 1 tsp, for dusting
Instructions
- Prep Tin:
- Preheat oven to 170°C (340°F). Grease a 24-cup mini muffin tin.
- Mini Cheesecakes:
- Mix graham cracker crumbs with melted butter. Press a teaspoon into base of 8 muffin cups. In a bowl, beat cream cheese, sugar, egg, and vanilla until smooth. Spoon over crusts. Bake for 12–15 minutes and cool, then chill and top with berries.
- Mini Chocolate Tarts:
- Combine crushed cookies and butter. Press mixture into 8 muffin cups for crust. Chill 10 minutes. Heat cream, pour over chocolate, stir until smooth. Spoon ganache into crusts. Chill 30 minutes. Sprinkle sea salt flakes before serving.
- Mini Lemon Curd Tarts:
- Cut 8 pastry rounds, press in remaining cups. Prick bases. Bake 8–10 minutes until golden. Cool and fill with lemon curd. Dust with powdered sugar.
Save It Sharing these treats has become a little family ritual, especially letting everyone choose their favorite mini. It is a joyful moment watching everyone return for seconds!
Required Tools
Mini muffin tin (24-cup) will shape each bite perfectly. Use a mixer or whisk for smooth fillings and a small scoop for neat portions.
Allergen Information
Contains dairy, eggs, wheat (gluten), and possible soy from chocolate/cookies. Always check packaging for hidden allergens.
Nutritional Information
Each bite contains approximately 110 calories, 7 g total fat, 10 g carbohydrates, and 2 g protein.
Save It The trio is guaranteed to vanish quickly at any gathering! Enjoy the variety and let everyone taste their favorite in every bite.
Common Questions About Recipes
- → How do I prevent mini cheesecakes from cracking?
Mix the cream cheese smoothly without overbeating and avoid baking too long. Cool them gradually and chill thoroughly before serving.
- → Can I substitute the crust in mini chocolate tarts?
Yes, you can use gluten-free cookies or a nut-based crust for alternative textures and dietary preferences.
- → What is the best way to make lemon curd tarts avoid soggy bases?
Bake the shortcrust shells blind until golden and cooled before adding lemon curd to maintain a crisp crust.
- → How should I store these mini dessert bites?
Keep them refrigerated in an airtight container to maintain freshness and flavor, especially with creamy fillings.
- → Can these mini bites be prepared in advance?
Yes, they can be made a day ahead and refrigerated; add fresh toppings just before serving for best presentation.