Description

Treat yourself and your loved ones to Raspberry Cheesecake Hearts, a delicious and visually stunning dessert perfect for any occasion. With a creamy cheesecake filling infused with fresh raspberries, these heart-shaped delights provide a delightful balance of sweet and tart flavors. Easy to make and elegant in presentation, they are an excellent choice for birthdays, anniversaries, or simply to brighten up your day.

Ingredients

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1 ½ cups graham cracker crumbs
½ cup unsalted butter, melted
16 oz cream cheese, softened
¾ cup granulated sugar
½ cup sour cream
1 tsp vanilla extract
2 tbsp lemon juice
1 cup fresh raspberries (or thawed frozen raspberries)

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Instructions

Preheat your oven to 325°F (160°C).
In a bowl, mix graham cracker crumbs and melted butter until combined. Press into heart-shaped molds or muffin tins.
Bake the crust for about 10 minutes until golden; let cool.
Beat cream cheese, sugar, sour cream, vanilla extract, and lemon juice in another bowl until smooth.
Gently fold in raspberries without crushing them.
Spoon the filling over the cooled crusts and bake for 25-30 minutes until slightly jiggly in the center.
Cool in the oven with the door ajar for an hour before refrigerating for at least 4 hours or overnight.

Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 40 minutes
Category: Dessert
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 serving
Calories: 220
Sugar: 14g
Sodium: 150mg
Fat: 13g
Saturated Fat: 8g
Unsaturated Fat: 4g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 22g
Fiber: 1g
Protein: 3g
Cholesterol: 50mg