Even though I love cheesecake, sometimes I just want a few small bites. This plain mini cheesecake recipe makes just enough dessert for two and can be customized with different toppings and batters. Mini chocolate cheesecake recipe also included.
It seems like lately all I’ve been posting are dinner recipes. I usually blog what I’m in the mood for, and my body was totally over sweets and ready for some real food.
In fact, I almost posted another dinner idea today, but how long could I really go without posting any dessert? The third week in January is probably pretty safe, right?
Everybody has been obsessing over detoxing, fruit smoothies, and “skinny” recipes the past few weeks. Surely your sweet tooth needs some love.
And of course my first dessert of 2015 is cheesecake because I wouldn’t be me otherwise. Now as much as I love cheesecake, I can’t always go making a whole one. Sometimes I just want one slice and be done (not because I don’t want the rest of the cheesecake but rather I know what the consequences would be).
My solution? Scaling it down and making Cheesecake For Two, which you can totally customize for each person with different toppings (or all for yourself – nobody’s looking). You can even make it plain or make it chocolate.
I have a friend who sent me an “angry” text one day, asking why didn’t I have just a plain cheesecake recipe on my site? I told her I had the perfect recipe but never posted it as is; it always had to have a little pizzazz – strawberry swirl, caramel apple, gingerbread.
I still owe her my recipe for a whole plain cheesecake, but for now she can make my mini version of it (and then share it with me because I’m a good friend. Ahem).
Speaking of sharing, as a blogger I have an obligation to mention that this is the perfect dessert for two to serve your loved one for Valentine’s Day (personally I vote for a random date night in any day of the year).
I scaled down my favorite cheesecake recipe, baked in ramekins, then had some fun with the toppings. Top it with strawberries. Top it with whipped cream and a cherry on top. Top it with caramel. Top it with melted peanut butter chips.
Make them plain. Make them chocolate. Make one plain and one chocolate.
I know you’re smart and will come up with even better flavors than that. Just let your heart (and your taste buds) guide you.
Just a little note – since ramekins can vary in size (I used 6 ounce and 4 ounce ones because I apparently don’t have a matching set), it is possible that the cheesecake may sink in the middle. If this happens, just add extra whipped cream on top. Problem solved.
Check out my Small Batch Strawberry Swirl Cheesecake Bars made in a loaf pan, for another cheesecake for two recipe!
Leave me a comment telling me: What topping(s) would you put on your cheesecake?
Items You May Need:
Because ramekins can vary in size (I recommend 6 ounces), it is possible that the cheesecake may sink in the middle. If this happens, just add extra toppings. If you use 4 ounce ramekins, you may need to divide the batter among three ramekins to avoid overflow.[br][br]*If you want to make one plain and one chocolate, reduce the melted chocolate to 1 ounce. Divide the batter into two bowls then mix the melted chocolate into one.
Cheesecake For Two
Ingredients
For plain cheesecake
For chocolate cheesecake
Instructions
Notes
Source: Adapted from Taste Of Home
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Meagan @ A Zesty Bite says
It’s the perfect dessert for a couple but to be honest my husband would probably devour both in one sitting.
Carla says
That is true! It took a lot of willpower not to eat both myself ;)
Susan says
I would make chocolate cheesecake and top it with mixed berries (blackberries, raspberries, blueberries). I’m drooling already! :-)
Carla says
Mmm I love raspberries and chocolate together. Good pick!
janetfctc says
Cheesecake for two? I’m seeing cheesecake for ME… one for right away and one to hide in the cheese drawer of the fridge for later! Hehehe. This looks so good!
Carla says
Maybe I should rename this recipe then ;)
Lauren Kelly Nutrition says
How fun are these pictures! These cheesecakes look amazing!
Carla says
Thanks Lauren!
Thalia @ butter and brioche says
Can’t decide if I like the chocolate or plain cheesecake more! Think I will have to make both recipes.. I just love how they are single serving portions!
Carla says
Sounds like you need to make one of each, for taste testing purposes ;)
Martha says
Hey there. Long time fan, first time writer. My beloved and I have made your cheesecake a hand full of times. He is among the poor souls who cannot have cow dairy. We’ve found chevre goat cheese works well in this recipe as a substitution in place of the cream cheese :D.
Carla says
Oh good to know goat cheese works as an easy sub for dairy! Another great recipe for a small proportion.
Karina says
Awh beautiful desserts! Finally I stumbled upon a blog with smaller portion recipes;) my husband often comments how I need to cut down my recipe portions- but then I grew up in a large family so I’m used to cooking big meals. Anyways I will plan on making these asap and checking out the other recipes on the blog. Thanks for posting:)
Carla says
Thanks, Karina! I hope you find my recipes helpful for cutting down on portion sizes. Please let me know how the cheesecakes turn out!
Liz says
awesome to eat and easy to make!
we added a few cut-up strawberries and cool whip on top…
delicious!
Carla says
Glad you enjoyed it!
Michelle says
This was wonderful! We used almond extract instead of vanilla and it was heavenly, though I had to give it nearly 20 more minutes in the oven, but that was probably our ovens fault. Wonderful recipe!
Carla says
Glad you enjoyed them! Love the almond extract sub (isn’t it a great flavor?!). I highly recommending investing in an oven thermometer to double check the temperature before baking. That should help make the bake time more accurate.