Description

Celebrate in the sweetest way possible with these Mini Funfetti Birthday Cheesecakes! Creamy, colorful, and bursting with sprinkles, these bite-sized treats are perfect for birthdays, parties, or anytime you’re craving something fun and festive. With a buttery graham cracker crust and a rich vanilla cheesecake filling, they’re easy to make and even easier to devour.

Whether you’re baking for a crowd or a cozy celebration, these mini cheesecakes bring all the joy of birthday cake with the indulgence of cheesecake.

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Ingredients

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For the Graham Cracker Crust:

1 cup graham cracker crumbs (about 8 full crackers)
2 tbsp granulated sugar
4 tbsp unsalted butter, melted

For the Cheesecake Filling:

16 oz cream cheese, softened
½ cup granulated sugar
1 tsp vanilla extract
2 large eggs
¼ cup sour cream
¼ cup rainbow sprinkles (jimmies style – not nonpareils)

For Topping (Optional):

Whipped cream
More sprinkles
Birthday candles or mini toppers

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Instructions

Step 1: Preheat the Oven
Preheat oven to 325°F (160°C). Line a muffin tin with paper liners.

Step 2: Make the Crust
In a bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs, sugar, and melted butter.
Stir until the mixture resembles wet sand.
Spoon about 1 tablespoon into each liner and press down firmly to form a crust.
Bake for 5 minutes, then set aside to cool while you make the filling.

Step 3: Prepare the Cheesecake Batter
In a large bowl, beat softened cream cheese and sugar until smooth and creamy (about 2 minutes).
Add eggs one at a time, mixing on low speed.
Mix in vanilla and sour cream until just combined.
Gently fold in the rainbow sprinkles with a spatula—avoid overmixing to prevent color bleeding.

Step 4: Fill the Cups
Divide the batter evenly among the muffin cups, filling nearly to the top.
Tap the pan gently on the counter to release any air bubbles.

Step 5: Bake the Cheesecakes
Bake at 325°F for 18–22 minutes, or until centers are just set and slightly jiggly.
Remove from oven and let cool in the pan for 30 minutes.
Transfer to the fridge and chill for at least 2 hours or overnight.

Step 6: Decorate & Serve
Top with a swirl of whipped cream and a pinch of extra sprinkles just before serving.
Add a birthday candle for extra celebration flair!

Notes

Use Room Temp Ingredients – This helps achieve a smooth, lump-free filling.
Don’t Overbake – The centers should still have a slight jiggle when done.
Cool Slowly – Letting them cool gradually helps prevent cracking.
Choose the Right Sprinkles – Use jimmies-style sprinkles that don’t bleed into the batter.
Chill Completely – Cheesecakes firm up as they chill for the perfect texture.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Chill Time: 2 hours
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Cuisine: American