How To Make an Epic Mini Cheesecake Board
Looking to up level your next dinner party dessert bar? Not sure how to do it easily? Keep reading for my top tips on how to make the most epic mini cheesecake board that will have your guests wowed at any occasion!
WHAT IS A MINI CHEESECAKE BOARD?
You know me and how much I love a good board, right? Well it came to me that I have never really created a dessert board- enter the Mini Cheesecake Board. Containing a bit of all my favorite things (cheesecake, fruits, berries, and toppings) you basically have created the perfect mini and match dessert treat for all your guests making it the perfect way to turn an occasion into a dessert loving good time.
tips for the perfect board
- Keep it simple! Pick a few favorites and build from there. In this board I used my love for cheesecake and fruits and basically built everything from sauces, to toppings from there so they compliment one another.
- Create an experience! Anytime you are curating the perfect charcuterie board- it ends up being the star of the show. So create an experience and have fun! Trust me your guests will be OBSESSED!
The Perfect Toppings for a MINI CHEESECAKE BOARD
A few of the best ingredients that I love to have on my mini cheesecake dessert board are the following:
- Mini Cheesecake– obviously these are the start of the show
- Fresh Fruit: I like to do a mix of my favorites that tend to be everyone else’s favorites too. Think strawberries, blueberries, raspberries, blackberries, even cherries make a great topping choice
- Chocolate Chips: I love chocolate and I know a lot of people do- so i like to do semi sweet milk chocolate chips and white chocolate chips on the side.
- Variety of sauces: For this I kept it simple and went with a few of my favorite sauces : caramel, chocolate and strawberry sauce
- Whipped Cream: What is a dessert bar without a whipped cream topping?
- Nuts: I love a great nut or nut shaving on my desserts, so think easy ones like candied pecans, almond slivers, peanuts even.
PERFECT PAIRINGS for the perfect mini cheesecake bite
- SIMPLE: add a tiny bit of fruit to the top. Keep it simple and delicious!
- SALTY BITE: grab a tiny bit of chocolate or caramel sauce, add a few nuts, and even top with a bit of sea salt.
- HEARTY: grab a bit of fresh fruit, drizzle your favorite sauce on top, top with a few minutes and then a dollop of whipped cream. (this is my absolute favorite way to eat it).
- THE PERFECT BITE: the perfect bite is whatever you make it. From simple to savory- the perfect bite is the one you will enjoy and be excited about!
How To Make An Epic Mini Cheesecake Board
Ingredients
For the Mini Cheesecakes
- 1 1/2 cup Graham Cracker Crumbs
- 1/4 cup Granulated Sugar
- 1/3 cup Unsalted Butter melted
- (2) 8 oz Packaged Cream Cheese softened
- 2 large Eggs
- 1 tsp Vanilla Extract
- 1/4 cup Sour Cream
For The Toppings
- Fresh Berries Strawberries, Blueberries, Raspberries
- Chocolate Chips
- Caramel Sauce
- Chocolate Sauce
- Whipped Cream
- Crushed Nuts
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 325°F (160°C). Line a mini muffin tin with paper liners.
- In a medium mixing bowl, combine the graham cracker crumbs, 1/4 cup granulated sugar, and melted butter. Stir until the mixture resembles wet sand.
- Spoon about a tablespoon of the crumb mixture into each muffin liner. Use the back of a spoon or a small cup to press the crumbs firmly into the bottom of each liner. Set aside.
- In a large mixing bowl, beat the cream cheese and 1/2 cup granulated sugar together until smooth and creamy.
- Add the eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Mix in the vanilla extract and sour cream until fully combined.
- Spoon the cheesecake mixture evenly over the prepared crusts in the muffin tin, filling each liner almost to the top.
- Bake the mini cheesecakes in the preheated oven for 15-18 minutes, or until the edges are set and the centers are slightly jiggly.
- Remove the mini cheesecakes from the oven and let them cool in the muffin tin for about 10 minutes. Then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Once cooled, arrange the mini cheesecakes on a serving board or platter.
- Prepare the toppings by washing and drying the berries, melting the chocolate chips, and warming the caramel sauce.
- Arrange the toppings around the mini cheesecakes on the board, leaving space for guests to assemble their own creations.
- Serve the mini cheesecake board alongside small serving spoons or forks, allowing guests to top their cheesecakes as desired with berries, chocolate, caramel, whipped cream, and nuts.
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So there you have it my favorite way to make the perfect, most epic mini cheesecake dessert board. From the best way to elevate your dessert table and give guests a solid experience – this year make any holiday party or gathering elevated with the perfect dessert board! Have you tried a mini cheesecake dessert board? If so what are some of your favorite ways to make yours What are some of your favorite toppings? Let me know in the comments below….
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