Since my father passed away earlier in December, this Christmas was bittersweet. I think my cooking and baking has reflected my sadness. So these mini blueberry cheesecakes I made weren’t given the usual attention and detail that I normally like to give my recipes that I post. So I apologize if the pictures aren’t as appealing as the mini cheesecakes really are.
CRUST INGREDIENTS:
- 6 graham cracker sheets
- 1/4 cup sugar
- 1/2 stick of melted butter
FILLING INGREDIENTS:
- 1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup powdered (confectioners) sugar
- 1 cup heavy whipping cream
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon almond extract
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
TOPPING INGREDIENTS:
- 1 cup fresh or frozen blueberries
- 1/4 cup sugar
- 1 tablespoon butter
- 2 teaspoons cornstarch
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
DIRECTIONS:
To make the crust:
- Using a food processor, pulse the graham crackers until they are crumbs.
- Add sugar and melted butter and pulse until well combined.
- Press 1-2 tablespoons into the bottom of your cupcake liners.
To make the filling:
- Using an electric hand mixer, combine cream cheese and powdered sugar until smooth
- Add heavy whipping cream, vanilla and almond extract, and lemon juice. Mix on high for 2-3 minutes until thickened. Pour filling over crusts to the rim of each cupcake liner.
- Cover with cling wrap and refrigerate at least 2 hours. I made mine the night before, so it was refrigerated for 12 hours.
To make the topping:
- Combine the blueberries, sugar, butter, cornstarch, vanilla extract and lemon juice into a small saucepan.
- Cook over medium high heat for about five minutes. Stir frequently until the blueberries breakdown and the sauce thickens.
- Let cool down and refrigerate until you are ready to serve.
Are you ready to serve? Let’s go:
- Carefully remove the mini cheesecakes from the cupcake liners.
- Arrange on a platter and spoon the blueberry sauce over the top of each mini cheesecake.
This recipe yields 12 mini cheesecakes. Double the recipe if you have a larger crowd to feed. You can substitute any berry for the topping. I just like blueberries the most.
Sorry to hear about you dad x
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So sorry for your loss Joann…I can so relate! I am sure these mini cheesecakes taste amazing!
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Thank you, Marisa.
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So sorry for your loss. I understand and also know how important it is to keep coming and finding ways to make yourself smile each day. These look lovely. Thank you for sharing.
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Thank you for your kind words.
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I think your Christmas was like mine Joann. Do hope some lovely memories helped you in this sad occasion. We talked about the funny things my mum used to do and that helped a little. Not the same though is it. Let’s hope for a happier 2017.
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For Christmas, I made my dad’s favorite prime rib, and without realizing it set a place for him at the dining table. It’s going take time to get used to not having him around. Thanks for your kind words as always, Sue. Hope the new year brings you much happiness to melt the sorrows of last year.
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What a beautiful sentiment Joann. Brought tears flowing. And as for you setting the table yes it will take time my dear. Some time!!!!
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I am so sorry about your loss! I lost my dad in April, and so far this year has been very emotionally trying, especially every holiday and family occasion. Making his favorite foods is a comfort, as I hope it will be for you. I send you many blessings and I wish you strength!
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Thank you for your kind words. I hope 2017 brings you much happiness as well.
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Thank you, dear!
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Sorry to hear… 😦
The cakes look lovely and tasty! 🙂
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Thank you.
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Joann : have a happy new year . Ciao.
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Happy New Year, Rinaldo.
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Hugs to you from Italy. Ciao.
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Sorry for your loss. Time is the best healer. Your mini cheese cakes are amazing.
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Thank you!
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My pleasure.
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Happy New Year .. 🙂
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Happy 2017 to you.
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I’m SO sorry for your loss! You are in my prayers…
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Thank you, Krista.
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I am so sorry for your loss. The mini cheesecakes looks delicious.
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Thank you for your kind words.
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That’s so sad that your dad passed Joann.😪 But to cheer you up the mini cheesecakes that you made still look really-really good!! My sister actually just made very similar ones about a week ago and they turned out fantastic!
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Thank you for the kind words!
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Sorry to hear about your dad passing. Please except my condolences.
I like your mini cheesecakes. they look yummy!!
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Thank you Sandy.
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Thank you for the nomination. Congratulations on your award Bernadine.
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Thank you! You too! 😊😊
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Sos sorry dear Joan to hear that
Happy new year
kisses
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Thank you Voulaah.
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I am sorry for your loss. It’s good you have this outlet to keep yourself connected to good times.
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Thank you for the kind words, Tony.
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Looks scrumptious
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Thank you, Karen. 🙂
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Love the idea of using cake tins and as I have only recently discovered what Graham Crackers really are ( the same) as what we call digestives … I am now looking at recipes differently…lol..crackers to us Brits are savory 🙂
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Well now I know what digestives are. Lol. You need to make s’mores. Marshmallow and chocolate melted and sandwiched between two graham crackers! 🙂
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i know for a very long time I have looked at these recipes and thought “really” how strange ..lol and now I know…” the lights are on” 🙂
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Reblogged this on Retired? No one told me! and commented:
As I have only recently discovered what Graham Crackers are I no longer view these strange…..Crackers to us Brits are savory … Graham Crackers are what we call Digestives….All is now clear…ha ha…So a lovely cheese cake recipe from Joann 🙂
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Thanks for the reblog! 🙂
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I like it ^.*
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Thanks for stopping by! 🙂
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It’s pleasure
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My absolute favorite!
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Let me know if you try out my recipe and how they turn out! 🙂
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Definitely!
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🙂
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Can I take a bite of it?
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Excellent!!! I could eat 2 right now!
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Thank you, Diane! 🙂
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