Description
Delight in the rich, creamy flavors of Raspberry Cheesecake Hearts—a perfect dessert for romantic occasions or cozy gatherings. These adorable heart-shaped treats combine a luscious cheesecake filling with the tartness of fresh raspberries, creating a harmonious blend that melts in your mouth. Easy to make and visually stunning, this recipe will impress your loved ones and elevate any dessert table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup raspberries (fresh or thawed from frozen)
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 cup graham cracker crumbs
- Powdered sugar (for topping)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Combine graham cracker crumbs and melted butter in a bowl; press into mini heart-shaped molds to form the crust.
- Bake for 5-7 minutes until golden, then let cool.
- In another bowl, beat cream cheese until smooth. Gradually add granulated sugar and vanilla, mixing until combined.
- Gently fold in raspberries, preserving some whole berries for texture.
- Spoon the filling into cooled crusts and smooth the tops. Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight to set.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 7 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 100mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 21g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 30mg