Description

These elegant mini cheesecakes combine a buttery graham cracker base with a velvety honey-infused filling and a bright, fresh peach topping. They are a perfectly portioned summer dessert that captures the essence of orchard-fresh fruit and golden wildflower honey in every bite.

Ingredients

1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs
2 tablespoons granulated sugar
4 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
16 ounces cream cheese, softened
1/2 cup honey, plus 1 tablespoon for topping
2 large eggs, room temperature
1 1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract, divided
1/4 cup sour cream
1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
2 fresh peaches, finely diced
1 teaspoon lemon juice
1 teaspoon cornstarch
Pinch of salt

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Instructions

Preheat your oven to 325°F (163°C) and line a standard muffin tin with paper liners.
Combine graham cracker crumbs, sugar, and melted butter; press a rounded tablespoon into each liner and bake for 5 minutes to set.
Beat the softened cream cheese and honey until smooth, then stir in the sour cream, 1 teaspoon of vanilla, salt, and sifted flour.
Add the eggs one at a time, mixing on the lowest speed until just combined to avoid adding excess air.
Fill each liner three-quarters full and bake for 18 to 22 minutes until the edges are set but the centers still jiggle slightly.
Turn off the oven and crack the door for 10 minutes before removing the tin; refrigerate the cheesecakes until fully chilled.
In a small saucepan, simmer diced peaches, 1 tablespoon honey, lemon juice, and remaining vanilla for 5 minutes until soft.
Stir in a cornstarch slurry (mixed with a splash of water), cook for one minute until thickened and glossy, and let cool completely.
Spoon the cooled peach mixture over the chilled cheesecake cupcakes before serving.

Notes

For the smoothest texture, ensure your cream cheese is completely soft before mixing to prevent lumps that can’t be beaten out later. If you are using canned peaches, choose those packed in juice rather than heavy syrup and drain them thoroughly to keep the topping from becoming overly sweet. These treats are best when allowed to set in the refrigerator for at least four hours, giving the honey flavor time to deepen.

Prep Time: 20 mins
Cook Time: 30 mins
Category: Dessert
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American