Spiced Hot Cocoa Cheesecake Cups
Delight in the velvety richness of Spiced Hot Cocoa Cheesecake Cups, where luscious chocolate meets the warm spices of cinnamon and nutmeg. Perfect for holiday gatherings or cozy movie nights, each bite offers a flavor explosion that will leave you craving more. These easy-to-make cheesecake cups are visually stunning and a guaranteed hit at any dessert table.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Makes approximately 12 cheesecake cups 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/3 cup cocoa powder
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tsp pure vanilla extract
- 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/4 tsp ground nutmeg
- 1 cup graham cracker crumbs
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter, melted
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 325°F (163°C) and line muffin tins with cupcake liners.
- In a bowl, mix graham cracker crumbs with melted butter; press one tablespoon into each liner to form the crust.
- In another bowl, beat softened cream cheese and sugar until smooth. Add cocoa powder, eggs, vanilla extract, cinnamon, and nutmeg; mix until fully combined.
- Spoon the filling into each crust, filling three-quarters full.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes until set but slightly jiggly in the center. Cool before refrigerating for at least two hours until firm.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cheesecake cup (50g)
- Calories: 166
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 11g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 47mg
Keywords: Use high-quality cocoa powder for richer flavor. Allow cream cheese to soften at room temperature to avoid lumps. For a festive twist, consider adding peppermint extract or swapping dark chocolate for white chocolate.