Lemon Curd Cheesecake Bites

Ingredients

• 1 cup graham cracker crumbs
• 3 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
• 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
• 1/4 cup granulated sugar
• 1/2 cup lemon curd
• 1 teaspoon lemon zest
• 1/4 cup heavy cream
• 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract

Directions

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F.
2. In a bowl, mix the graham cracker crumbs and melted butter until well combined.
3. Press about 1 tablespoon of the mixture into the bottom of each well of a mini muffin tin.
4. Bake for 5 minutes and then set it aside to cool.
5. In a separate bowl, beat together the cream cheese and sugar until smooth.
6. Add the lemon curd and lemon zest and beat until combined.
7. In another bowl, whip the heavy cream and vanilla extract until stiff peaks form.
8. Fold the whipped cream into the cream cheese mixture.
9. Spoon the mixture over the crust in the muffin tin, filling each well to the top.
10. Refrigerate the cheesecake bites for at least 2 hours, or until set.
11. When ready to serve, carefully remove the cheesecake bites from the muffin tin and garnish with additional lemon zest, if desired.

Verdict

These lemon curd cheesecake bites are absolutely delicious! The creamy cheesecake filling pairs perfectly with the tart lemon curd and the buttery graham cracker crust. They’re the perfect bite-sized dessert for any occasion.

Serving Suggestions

Serve these lemon curd cheesecake bites as a sweet treat at a party or gathering. They’re also perfect for a dessert buffet or as part of a dessert platter.