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Christmas Cranberry Cheesecake Cupcakes

Festive cupcakes featuring a creamy cheesecake filling with tart cranberries, perfect for holiday celebrations.

  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: 12 cupcakes 1x

Ingredients

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  • Crust:
  • 1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs
  • 1/4 cup sugar
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
  • Filling:
  • 2 packages (8 oz each) cream cheese, softened
  • 1/2 cup sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 cup fresh cranberries
  • Topping:
  • 1/2 cup cranberry sauce
  • Fresh mint leaves for garnish

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 325°F (163°C) and line a muffin tin with cupcake liners.
  2. In a bowl, mix graham cracker crumbs, sugar, and melted butter until combined. Press the mixture into the bottom of each cupcake liner.
  3. In a large bowl, beat cream cheese and sugar until smooth. Add eggs one at a time, then stir in vanilla extract.
  4. Fold in fresh cranberries gently. Pour the filling over the crust in each liner, filling about 3/4 full.
  5. Bake for 20-25 minutes or until set. Let cool completely.
  6. Top with cranberry sauce and garnish with mint leaves before serving.

Notes

Ensure cranberries are fresh for the best flavor; refrigerate leftovers for up to 3 days.

  • Author: Chef Sally
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25 minutes
  • Method: Dessert
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Calories: 280
  • Sugar: 15g
  • Fat: 18g
  • Carbohydrates: 25g
  • Protein: 4g