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Mini Pineapple Upside-Down Cheesecakes

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Mini Pineapple Upside-Down Cheesecakes are a delightful fusion of creamy cheesecake and caramelized pineapple, topped with maraschino cherries—perfect for any celebration or sweet craving.

  • Total Time: 40 minutes
  • Yield: Makes about 12 mini cheesecakes.

Ingredients

  • Graham cracker crumbs
  • Granulated sugar
  • Brown sugar
  • Melted unsalted butter
  • Cream cheese (softened)
  • Sour cream (or Greek yogurt)
  • Pineapple slices (fresh or canned)
  • Maraschino cherries
  • Vanilla extract
  • Eggs

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 325°F (165°C) and line a muffin tin with paper liners.
  2. In a bowl, mix graham cracker crumbs, granulated sugar, and melted butter until combined. Press 1 tablespoon of the mixture into each muffin cup.
  3. In another bowl, beat softened cream cheese until smooth. Mix in sour cream, vanilla extract, and brown sugar until creamy. Add eggs one at a time, mixing until just combined.
  4. Spoon the filling over the crusts and place a pineapple slice on top of each. Bake for 20-25 minutes or until set but slightly jiggly in the center.
  5. Once cooled, top each cheesecake with a maraschino cherry and chill in the fridge for at least an hour before serving.
  • Author: Jennifer
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: Tropical

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 mini cheesecake (45g)
  • Calories: 150
  • Sugar: 12g
  • Sodium: 120mg
  • Fat: 9g
  • Saturated Fat: 5g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 4g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 15g
  • Fiber: 0g
  • Protein: 2g
  • Cholesterol: 30mg