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Mini Strawberry Grapefruit Cheesecakes

June 30, 2016 by Marisa 37 Comments

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strawberry grapefruit cheesecake

These mini strawberry and grapefruit cheesecakes, showcases one of Quebec’s more delectable fruits. They are wonderfully sweet and pair perfectly with the juicy pink grapefruit segments. Both fruits are macerated together and then nestled atop the mini cheesecakes to provide a truly refreshing and stunning appearance.

You will love the ease with which this recipe comes together. It is fairly simple to prepare and the cheesecakes can be baked ahead of time! As an added bonus, they are sure to impress!

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Once baked the mini cheesecakes need to be properly chilled for at least 4 hours, so do plan ahead.

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If using the more delicate sweet strawberries I would not recommend preparing the fruit ahead of time as it renders the strawberries with a lackluster appearance. For ultimate freshness, I prepared my fruit mixture just before serving.

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With the red and white colors of the Canadian flag, these mini strawberry grapefruit cheesecakes make a delicious celebratory dessert for Canada Day or just about anytime one is craving a sweet little morsel!

Have a safe and fun filled Canada day everyone!

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Mini Strawberry Grapefruit Cheesecakes

These mini strawberry grapefruit cheesecakes are delectable, creamy little morsels crowned with a mixture of sweet and bittersweet fruits
Course Dessert
Servings 12
Author Marisa

Ingredients

  • CRUST
  • 3/4 cup graham cracker crumbs
  • 1 tablespoon sugar
  • 2 tablespoons melted butter
  • CHEESECAKES
  • 2 packages cream cheese softened (250 grams each)
  • 2/3 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/3 cup sour cream
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • TOPPING
  • 2 cups sliced strawberries
  • 2 grapefruits peeled and skin removed cut into small pieces
  • 2 tablespoons sugar

Instructions

  • For the Crust
  • Preheat the oven to 350* F (180 *C)
  • Place paper liners in 12 cup muffin tin.
  • For the crust, combine the graham crackers, 1 tablespoon of sugar and 2 tablespoons of melted butter in a small bowl.
  • Divide equally into the 12 cup muffin tin, pressing the mixture down into each muffin cup.
  • Bake for 10 to 12 minutes (on middle oven rack) until light golden brown. Remove from oven and let cool.
  • Meanwhile, lower the oven temperature to 325*F (170*C).
  • For the Cheesecakes
  • In a food processor blend together the cream cheese and sugar until smooth.
  • Add the sour cream, eggs and vanilla extract and process until the mixture is creamy.
  • You will need to scrape down the sides a few times to get the mixture blended well.
  • Divide the mixture equally over the prepared crust.
  • Bake for about 25 minutes or just until the cheesecakes are firm to the touch. Do not over bake the mini cheesecakes.
  • Let the cheesecakes cool and then refrigerate them for 4 hours or until they are well chilled.
  • Top with strawberry, grapefruit mixture just before serving.
  • Strawberry Grapefruit Mixture
  • In a medium size bowl, combine the sliced strawberries, grapefruit and sugar.
  • Set the mixture aside for 5 minutes to macerate and then drain.

Notes

Adapted from Ricardo Magazine
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Filed Under: Cakes, Dessert Tagged With: cheesecake, cream cheese, dessert, grapefruit, strawberry, sweet

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Comments

  1. blankTasty Eats Ronit Penso

    June 30, 2016 at 10:37 am

    It’s great to have an individual size cheese cake. Makes serving so much prettier and easier! Looks wonderful. ๐Ÿ™‚

    Reply
    • blankMarisa

      June 30, 2016 at 6:22 pm

      Thanks Ronit! Yes, sometimes cutting a whole cheesecake can get pretty messy!

      Reply
  2. blankJasmine S.

    June 30, 2016 at 10:42 am

    I love the strawberry/grapefruit combination!

    Reply
    • blankMarisa

      June 30, 2016 at 6:20 pm

      Thanks Jasmine, they are a sweet and tangy combo ๐Ÿ™‚

      Reply
  3. blankanotherfoodieblogger

    June 30, 2016 at 12:12 pm

    Gorgeous little cakes. Happy Canada Day to you! xo

    Reply
    • blankMarisa

      June 30, 2016 at 6:19 pm

      Thank-you, am hoping to get some relaxing time ๐Ÿ™‚

      Reply
  4. blanksileas

    June 30, 2016 at 1:36 pm

    Omg they look perfect! I love anything with strawberries!

    Reply
    • blankMarisa

      June 30, 2016 at 6:19 pm

      Thank-you, they were so easy and fun to make ๐Ÿ™‚

      Reply
  5. blankpblevitt

    June 30, 2016 at 3:45 pm

    Right in time for our 4th of July – I love this recipe!

    Reply
    • blankMarisa

      June 30, 2016 at 6:18 pm

      Thank-you Bella, Happy 4th of July! Have a wonderful day ๐Ÿ™‚

      Reply
  6. blankAnne

    June 30, 2016 at 7:45 pm

    Genius, absolute genius!

    Reply
    • blankMarisa

      June 30, 2016 at 7:55 pm

      Thank-you Anne!

      Reply
  7. blankKaren

    July 1, 2016 at 10:34 am

    They are so pretty and I never would have thought of the combination of grapefruit with the strawberries. Did you use regular size muffin tins or the mini ones for your dessert?

    Reply
    • blankMarisa

      July 1, 2016 at 10:56 am

      Hi Karen, how remiss of me! Yes the regular size muffin tin! โค๏ธ

      Reply
      • blankKaren

        July 1, 2016 at 11:07 am

        Thank you Marisaโ€ฆsometimes you can’t tell from a photo. I can’t wait to try these.

      • blankMarisa

        July 1, 2016 at 11:13 am

        Enjoy Karen ?

  8. blanksugarlovespices

    July 1, 2016 at 7:15 pm

    They look adorable Marisa! Love that they are individual little morsels of deliciousness and you can bake them in a muffin tin. Happy Canada Day, these cheese cakes are just perfect!

    Reply
    • blankMarisa

      July 1, 2016 at 7:48 pm

      Thank-you Nicoletta and a Happy Canada Day to you!

      Reply
  9. blankMarisa

    July 1, 2016 at 10:08 pm

    Thank-you Star!

    Reply
  10. blankSweetRevelations

    July 1, 2016 at 10:48 pm

    I love making individual cheesecakes for parties. I would never in a million years think to put grapefruit and strawberries together. The pictures are fantastic! I want one!

    Renee

    Reply
    • blankMarisa's Italian Kitchen

      July 4, 2016 at 7:56 am

      Thanks Renee, it is a surprising combination and work well together!

      Reply
  11. blanklapetitepaniere

    July 2, 2016 at 9:45 am

    They look absolutely delightful Marisa and also so delicate. I would love to have one maybe two ๐Ÿ˜€ Have a superb weekend! ๐Ÿ™‚

    Reply
    • blankMarisa's Italian Kitchen

      July 4, 2016 at 7:57 am

      Thanks Linda ?

      Reply
  12. blankLeslie Rossi | alifewellconsumed

    July 4, 2016 at 1:33 am

    i love the sound of strawberries and grapefruit together!

    Leslie
    http://alifewellconsumed.com

    Reply
    • blankMarisa

      July 4, 2016 at 7:51 am

      Thank-you Leslie, they actually pair quite well together!

      Reply
  13. blankLynz Real Cooking

    July 4, 2016 at 7:24 pm

    Just gorgeous Marisa! I love this!

    Reply
    • blankMarisa

      July 5, 2016 at 6:41 pm

      Thanks Lynn, hope you had a wonderful 4th of July ๐Ÿ™‚

      Reply
      • blankLynz Real Cooking

        July 5, 2016 at 6:48 pm

        We did thanks!

  14. blankSandhya

    July 5, 2016 at 10:21 am

    Marisa, these cheesecakes are just picture perfect! I like the idea of the grapefruit and strawberry flavors juxtaposed- yummy!

    Reply
    • blankMarisa

      July 5, 2016 at 6:40 pm

      Thanks Sandhya, it really worked well together ๐Ÿ™‚

      Reply
  15. blankSadie's Nest

    July 16, 2016 at 2:02 pm

    These look and sound amazing! Do you cater? If not, you should.

    Reply
    • blankMarisa

      July 16, 2016 at 10:56 pm

      Hi Sadie, actually I do some catering on the side! Mostly cupcakes, cake-pops and cookies of course…lots of cookies ๐Ÿ™‚ I get quite a few requests for weddings, bridal showers, baptisms and other special occasions. Although I enjoy it immensely it takes me away from my baby blog and behind in my Reader! And that is aside from my full time job:)

      Reply
      • blankSadie's Nest

        July 17, 2016 at 8:02 am

        I knew it! Your so good! (And busy!)

  16. blankSheryl

    July 16, 2016 at 5:14 pm

    mmm. . . This looks like a perfect summer dessert.

    Reply
    • blankMarisa

      July 16, 2016 at 11:00 pm

      Hi Sheryl! Yes…so easy, refreshing and tasty ๐Ÿ™‚

      Reply
  17. blankShailaja Desai

    July 3, 2020 at 10:44 am

    These mini cheesecakes look lovely! Perfect summer dessert..

    Reply
    • blankMarisa

      July 5, 2020 at 12:17 am

      Indeed theyโ€™re a perfect summertime treat!

      Reply

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