Raspberry Cheesecake Hearts
Indulge in the irresistible charm of Raspberry Cheesecake Hearts. These elegant, heart-shaped desserts combine creamy cheesecake with the tartness of fresh raspberries, making them perfect for any romantic occasion or as a delightful treat any day of the year. Easy to prepare and visually stunning, they are sure to impress your loved ones and leave everyone wanting more.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour
- Yield: 8 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 cup graham cracker crumbs
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 16 oz cream cheese, softened
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup fresh raspberries (or frozen, thawed and drained)
- Powdered sugar for dusting (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). In a bowl, mix graham cracker crumbs and melted butter until combined. Press into heart-shaped molds or muffin tins.
- Bake crusts for 10 minutes until slightly golden. Let cool.
- In another bowl, soften cream cheese at room temperature or microwave briefly. Mix in granulated sugar and vanilla extract until smooth.
- Gently fold in raspberries, being careful not to break them too much.
- Pour the cheesecake mixture over the cooled crusts and smooth the tops.
- Bake at 325°F (160°C) for 25-30 minutes until set around edges but slightly jiggly in center. Cool completely then refrigerate for at least 4 hours before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cheesecake heart (70g)
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 50mg