Description
These Orange Creamsicle Mini Cheesecakes are a dreamy blend of creamy vanilla and bright citrus in individual servings. They feature a buttery graham cracker crust, smooth orange-zested cheesecake filling, and a whimsical topping of whipped cream and crisp orange sugar shards. Perfect for parties or warm-weather treats!
Ingredients
1 cup graham cracker crumbs
3 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
2 tablespoons granulated sugar
16 ounces cream cheese, softened
1/2 cup granulated sugar
1/4 cup sour cream
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/4 cup fresh orange juice
1 tablespoon orange zest
2 large eggs
1 cup whipped cream
Optional: orange sugar shards (made from 1 cup sugar and 1/4 cup water)
Instructions
1. Preheat oven to 325°F (163°C). Line a muffin tin with cupcake liners.
2. In a bowl, mix graham cracker crumbs, sugar, and melted butter until combined. Press 1 tablespoon of mixture into each liner. Bake for 5 minutes. Let cool.
3. In a large bowl, beat cream cheese until smooth. Add sugar and beat until fluffy.
4. Mix in sour cream, vanilla, orange juice, and orange zest. Add eggs one at a time, mixing gently to avoid overbeating.
5. Fill liners with cheesecake batter. Tap pan gently to release air bubbles.
6. Bake for 18–20 minutes, until centers are set with a slight jiggle. Cool 30 minutes, then chill at least 2 hours or overnight.
7. Optional: Make orange sugar shards by heating 1 cup sugar and 1/4 cup water until golden. Pour on parchment, cool, and break into shards.
8. Top each cheesecake with whipped cream and a sugar shard before serving.
Notes
Don’t overmix the eggs — just stir until incorporated to avoid cracking.
Always use brick-style full-fat cream cheese for best results.
Let cheesecakes chill fully for the creamiest texture and best flavor.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 mini cheesecake
- Calories: 230
- Sugar: 16g
- Sodium: 140mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 21g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 55mg
Keywords: orange cheesecake, creamsicle dessert, mini cheesecake