Follow these steps for perfect results
vanilla wafers
cream cheese
softened
sugar
eggs
lemon juice
vanilla
extract
cherry pie filling
Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
Place paper liners in muffin cups.
Put one vanilla wafer in the bottom of each liner.
In a large bowl, beat cream cheese and sugar until smooth and creamy.
Beat in eggs one at a time, then stir in lemon juice and vanilla.
Pour the cream cheese mixture over the vanilla wafers in the muffin cups, filling each about 3/4 full.
Bake for 15 minutes, or until the filling is set.
Let cheesecakes cool completely in the muffin tin before topping with cherry pie filling.
Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving.
Expert advice for the best results
Use room temperature cream cheese for a smoother filling.
Do not overbake the cheesecakes.
Garnish with whipped cream and additional cherries.
Everything you need to know before you start
15 minutes
Can be made 1-2 days in advance.
Arrange mini cheesecakes on a platter.
Serve chilled.
Garnish with whipped cream.
Sweet and bubbly to complement the dessert.
Discover the story behind this recipe
Common party dessert
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