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A delicious plate of Nutella Mini Cheesecakes

Nutella Mini Cheesecakes

Decadent Nutella Mini Cheesecakes with a rich Oreo crust and Kahlua ganache topping. Perfect for any occasion!
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Cooling Time 2 hours
Total Time 3 hours
Servings: 18 mini cheesecakes
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Crust
  • 1 cup ground Oreos
  • 3 tbsp butter melted
  • 2 tbsp granulated sugar
Cheesecake Filling
  • 3 pkgs cream cheese 8 oz each, softened
  • 3/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1/4 cup Nutella
Kahlua Ganache Topping
  • 9 oz dark chocolate finely chopped
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 2 tbsp unsalted butter
  • 1 tbsp Kahlua

Equipment

  • Food Processor
  • Mixer
  • Saucepan

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 325 degrees.
  2. Add Oreos, melted butter & 2 tbsp sugar to food processor. Pulse until you have a paste like crumb mixture.
  3. Line 18-24 muffin tins with cupcake papers.
  4. Spoon about 1 tbsp of Oreo crumb mix into the bottom of each wrapper & press down to flatten.
  5. Beat cream cheese in mixer to soften.
  6. Add remaining sugar, vanilla & Nutella & beat until combined.
  7. Add eggs - one at a time- mixing on low just until blended after each one.
  8. Spoon over each crust in liners - should fill approx 3/4 full.
  9. Bake 25-30 minutes or until centers are almost set.
  10. Remove & cool completely on wire rack.
  11. Transfer to refrigerator to cool & set at least 2 hours.
  12. Top with Kahlua Ganache & sprinkles.
  13. For Kahlua Ganache: Place all ingredients in medium saucepan & heat on medium.
  14. Whisk to combine ingredients until it is all completely melted & combined to a thick silky consistency. DO NOT allow to boil.
  15. Remove from heat & allow to cool to room temperature before you drizzle over your cheesecake.
  16. Store remaining ganache in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 1 week.

Notes

These mini cheesecakes can be stored in the freezer and thawed for individual servings as needed. They are a perfect make-ahead dessert for parties or special occasions.