Save A delightful assortment of bite-sized cheesecakes and tarts, perfect for parties or sweet cravings. These trendy mini desserts are easy to serve, visually appealing, and bursting with flavor.
I first made this trio for a family birthday and everyone loved sampling each flavor. The bite-sized treats let guests enjoy variety without feeling overwhelmed by a full slice.
Ingredients
- For Mini Cheesecakes: 100 g (3.5 oz) graham cracker crumbs, 40 g (3 tbsp) unsalted butter (melted), 200 g (7 oz) cream cheese (softened), 50 g (1/4 cup) granulated sugar, 1 large egg, 1/2 tsp vanilla extract, fresh berries (for topping)
- For Mini Chocolate Tarts: 100 g (3.5 oz) chocolate sandwich cookies (finely crushed), 40 g (3 tbsp) unsalted butter (melted), 100 g (3.5 oz) dark chocolate (chopped), 75 ml (1/3 cup) heavy cream, sea salt flakes (for garnish)
- For Mini Lemon Curd Tarts: 1 sheet ready-rolled shortcrust pastry, 100 g (3.5 oz) lemon curd, 1 tsp powdered sugar (for dusting)
Instructions
- Preparation:
- Preheat the oven to 170°C (340°F). Grease a 24-cup mini muffin tin.
- Mini Cheesecakes:
- Mix graham cracker crumbs and melted butter. Press 1 heaping teaspoon into the base of 8 muffin cups. In a bowl, beat cream cheese, sugar, egg, and vanilla until smooth. Spoon mixture over crusts. Bake for 12–15 minutes until set. Cool to room temperature, then chill. Top with berries before serving.
- Mini Chocolate Tarts:
- Mix crushed cookies and melted butter. Press into 8 muffin cups to form bases. Chill for 10 minutes. Heat cream to simmer, pour over chopped chocolate, and stir until smooth. Spoon ganache into crusts. Chill 30 minutes until set. Sprinkle with sea salt flakes.
- Mini Lemon Curd Tarts:
- Cut 8 rounds from shortcrust pastry and press into remaining muffin cups. Prick bases with a fork. Bake for 8–10 minutes until golden. Cool completely. Fill tart shells with lemon curd and dust with powdered sugar.
Save These mini bites became an instant favorite in our home. Kids loved picking their favorites and even adults went back for seconds.
Required Tools
Mini muffin tin (24-cup), mixing bowls, electric mixer or whisk, small saucepan, spoon or small scoop
Allergen Information
Contains: Dairy, Eggs, Wheat (gluten), Soy (may be in chocolate/cookies). Check all packaged ingredients for hidden allergens.
Nutritional Information
Per bite (approximate): Calories 110, Total Fat 7 g, Carbohydrates 10 g, Protein 2 g
Save Serve the trio chilled and watch them disappear in minutes. These mini bites are sure to be the highlight of your dessert table.
Recipe Guide
- → What ingredients are used for the mini cheesecakes?
Graham cracker crumbs, butter, cream cheese, sugar, egg, vanilla extract, and fresh berries for topping.
- → How do I achieve a smooth chocolate tart filling?
Simmer heavy cream and pour over chopped dark chocolate, then stir until smooth before spooning into crusts.
- → Can these mini bites be made gluten-free?
Yes, using gluten-free cookies and shortcrust pastry allows for a gluten-free adaptation.
- → What is the best way to serve these mini dessert bites?
Chill after baking and arranging toppings, then serve chilled for optimal flavor and texture.
- → How long should the mini bites be baked?
Mini cheesecakes bake for 12-15 minutes, chocolate tarts need chilling to set, and lemon curd tarts bake for 8-10 minutes until golden.