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Mini Red Velvet Cheesecakes
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5 from 8 votes

Mini Red Velvet Cheesecakes

Easy Mini Red Velvet Cheesecakes recipe. Perfectly portioned desserts, these sweet bites are perfect for Valentine's Day.
Prep Time9 minutes
Cook Time26 minutes
Total Time35 minutes
Servings: 24

Ingredients

Cookie Layer

  • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/4 cup cocoa powder
  • 1 tsp baking soda
  • 1/2 cup butter, softened
  • 3/4 cup brown sugar, packed
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 large egg
  • 2 tsp vanilla extract
  • red food gel or food colouring

Cheesecake

  • 12 oz cream cheese, softened
  • 2 Tbsp sour cream
  • 1/3 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract

Instructions

  • Preheat the oven to 350˚F. Line two muffin pans with paper liners (I actually prefer silicone liners). Set aside.
  • In a large bowl, mix together the flour, cocoa powder and baking soda. Set aside.
  • In the bowl of a stand mixer, beat the butter until creamy. Add in the sugars, and mix until light and fluffy, Mix in the egg and vanilla. Add enough red food gel until the mixture attains your desired colour.
  • Using a cookie scoop, scoop the batter into the prepared muffin pans. Bake for around 8 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, beat the cream cheese in a large bowl until smooth. Add in the sour cream and sugar and beat until combined. Mix in the egg and vanilla.
  • Using a cookie scoop, scoop the cheesecake mixture on top of the baked cookie layer. Return to oven and bake for 18 more minutes. Store in an airtight container in the fridge.