Small Batch Mini Snickerdoodle Cheesecakes, which is creamy cinnamon cheesecake in cupcake form with a snickerdoodle cookie crust, will disappear very quickly at your next get-together.
What do you do with leftover cookies?
I know, you’re probably thinking “leftover cookies?!” but last week when I posted about my Snickerdoodle Cookie Bars, my first batch didn’t turn out as planned.
I first started out with a 13×9 pan, but the pan was too big, resulting in super thin bars.
Without wanting to throw that batch away, I thought about making a cookie crust.
I’ve used Oreos and gingersnap cookies for a crust; why not snickerdoodles?
Ok so what dessert uses a crust? Cheesecake!
And that’s how these Snickerdoodle Cheesecake Cupcakes were born. Individual cheesecakes to share with everyone (or to stash away extras for later).
Just when you think I’ve made every version of cheesecake out there, I’ve never made cheesecake in cupcake form before.
It’s quite brilliant, actually.
Now that it’s October, there are plenty of friends and family gathering around food, whether it’s for tailgating parties, school activities, or even holiday parties as we head into November and December.
Cheesecake cupcakes are a great way to serve cheesecake to a large crowd without having to slice a whole cheesecake.
Want to make homemade snickerdoodle crumbs? Check out my Small Batch Snickerdoodle Cookies.
Even if you have no intention of making these for a large crowd, they are great to make at home too.
People have told me they don’t like to make a big cheesecake because they don’t want the top to crack.
These mini cheesecakes won’t crack plus there is no water bath involved.
The hardest part is deciding how to eat one. Pick it up like a cupcake or be elegant and use a spoon.
Either way, you’re not going to be able to resist.
Small Batch Mini Snickerdoodle Cheesecakes
Small Batch Mini Snickerdoodle Cheesecakes, which is creamy cinnamon cheesecake in cupcake form with a snickerdoodle cookie crust, will disappear very quickly at your next get-together.
Ingredients
- 3/4 cup snickerdoodle cookie crumbs or graham cracker crumbs
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
- 8 ounces full-fat cream cheese, softened
- 1/3 cup granulated sugar
- 1 egg, room temperature
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon granulated sugar + 1/8 teaspoon ground cinnamon mixed together
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 325°F. Line a muffin pan with 6 paper liners.
- In a small bowl, mix together the crumbs and melted butter until moistened and clumpy. Press roughly 1 tablespoon into the bottom of each paper liner and bake 5 minutes.
- In a large mixing bowl, beat together the cream cheese and sugar until smooth and creamy, about 2-3 minutes.
- Beat in the egg then beat in the cinnamon and vanilla.
- Spoon the batter into each liner and sprinkle with cinnamon sugar mixture. Bake 22-25 minutes or until the tops are firm to the touch and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Cool completely at room temperature then chill in the refrigerator for at least 4 hours before serving.
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Source: Adapted from Cooking Classy
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Jen @JuanitasCocina says
I want to come to your potlucks. That is all.
Renee says
Pinned and saving to make for the holidays. My family will love these!
Jennie @themessybakerblog says
Carla, you are a cheesecake genius. I love everything about these little cups of deliciousness. Single serving cheesecake is the best–no sharing! Pinned.
Erin @ The Spiffy Cookie says
Cannot get enough of the snickerdoodle action
Ruthy @ Omeletta says
What a great idea, Carla! These would be perfect for a party (or a party of, um, one- like just me standing in my kitchen) I love using busted cookies for a crust, and snickerdoodles (minus the cream of tartar :) ) would be perfect.
Trish says
I bake all the time but I’ve never made a cheesecake before. I keep saying I’m going to but always just fall back on cake or cookies. I think I’m going to have to branch out and give these a try!
Rebecca @ Dorm Room Baker says
What an awesome idea! I love snickerdoodles and cheesecake isn’t too shabby either so putting them together sounds like the creation of an amazing dessert!
Consuelo @ Honey & Figs says
Aren’t these the cutest thing ever? I can’t stop looking at them, they look gorgeous and I’m sure they taste delish too :)
Jocelyn @BruCrew Life says
These sound amazing!!!
Nancy @ gottagetbaked says
It takes too much time to find a spoon and then scoop the cheesecake bit by bit into my mouth. I’m doing it the ol’ “grab several with my hands and shove directly into mouth” way. These look fabulous, Carla. Great way to use up the snickerdoodle bars.
[email protected] says
Carla,
Brilliant use of “failed” recipe in a brand new dish!
AnnieVee says
Hey Carla
Just happened upon your blog and I’ve printed, like, 4 recipes so far. They sound soooooo good. I can’t wait to try them.
But, just wondering about the snickerdoodle crumbs in this recipe. Is this available at the store, or do you mean that I should make your snickerdoodles squares recipe in a larger pan like you did and them turn them into crumbs. Sorry for being so “dumb”??
Carla says
Good question! You can make any snickerdoodle recipe you want (my bars or any cookie recipe of your choice) or if you see some cookies at the store (maybe in the bakery area or cookie aisle), you can buy them and crumble them up.
Mallory @ Because I Like Chocolate says
I love making individual little cheesecakes like this. Great idea with the snickerdoodles!
eileen says
Do I leave them in the cupcake liners or take them off after an hour? Just took out of the oven, they smell great!
Carla Cardello says
You can serve them in the liners like regular cupcakes. If you do want to take the liners off, wait until they are completely chilled.
Jennifer says
I just made these to share for the holidays. They are so good, I’m going to have to make them again since I’ve eaten too many????????♀️ I used a graham cracker crust since I didn’t have any snickerdoodle crumbs. Worked perfectly although I would like to try using the cookie crumbs. Thank you for sharing this wonderful recipe!
Carla says
Love the substitute with the graham cracker crumbs, especially since I know not everyone has snickerdoodle cookies to crumble. Glad you enjoyed them!
a.j. says
to make snickerdoodle crumbs all you do is make sugar cookie dough and roll it in cinnamon sugar and bake
Carla says
Actually sugar cookies and snickerdoodles are not the same cookie. Similar but slight difference. With that said, I’m not sure you can tell in a cheesecake crust. If you’re making cookie dough, I do have a recipe for snickerdoodles: https://www.chocolatemoosey.com/2020/04/16/small-batch-snickerdoodles-without-cream-of-tartar/
Peggy B says
When I saw the recipe said “mini” I thought it meant one bite portions. Can you make this using a mini muffin pan and just lower cook time?
Carla says
If you googled mini cheesecakes, a lot of them pop up for regular muffin pans so sorry for the confusion! I don’t see why not and you are correct – keep an eye on baking time.