Individual creamy cheesecakes with a buttery graham cracker crust, baked in a muffin tin for easy serving.
1 cup graham cracker crumbs
2 tablespoons granulated sugar
3 tablespoons melted butter
16 ounces cream cheese, softened
1/2 cup granulated sugar
2 large eggs
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Preheat oven to 325°F and line a muffin tin with paper liners.
Mix graham cracker crumbs, sugar, and melted butter.
Press about 1 tablespoon into each liner and bake 5 minutes.
Beat cream cheese until smooth, then add sugar.
Mix in eggs one at a time and stir in vanilla.
Divide batter evenly among liners.
Bake 16 to 18 minutes until centers are slightly set.
Cool at room temperature, then refrigerate at least 2 hours.
Do not overbake to maintain creamy texture. Chill thoroughly before serving.