Ingredients:

For the crust:

• 1 cup (114g) finely crushed graham crackers (about 7 full sheets)
• 1 1/2 tbsp (19g) granulated sugar
• 3 tbsp (38g) butter, melted

For the cheesecake filling:

• 16 oz cream cheese, softened
• 3/4 cup (150g) granulated sugar
• 1 1/2 tbsp (12g) all-purpose flour
• 2 large eggs
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• 1/4 cup (58g) sour cream
• 1/4 cup heavy cream

Instructions:

For the crust:

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. In a bowl, mix together crushed graham crackers and 1 1/2 tbsp sugar.
3. Stir in the melted butter until the mixture is well coated.
4. Divide the mixture evenly among 12 standard muffin cups lined with paper liners (about 2 tbsp per cup).
5. Press the mixture down into an even layer, then bake for 5 minutes. Remove from the oven and let cool. Reduce the oven temperature to 325°F (163°C).

For the cheesecake filling:

1. In a separate bowl, whisk together the sugar and flour until well combined.
2. In another large bowl, beat the softened cream cheese until smooth. Gradually add the sugar-flour mixture and blend on low speed until smooth.
3. Add the eggs one at a time, mixing on low speed after each addition. Be sure to scrape the sides of the bowl between each addition.
4. Stir in the vanilla extract, sour cream, and heavy cream until fully combined.
5. Gently tap the bowl on the counter 30 times to release air bubbles.
6. Pour the mixture into the muffin cups, filling each nearly to the top.
7. Bake at 325°F (163°C) for 18–23 minutes. The centers should slightly jiggle when gently shaken. Avoid over-baking, as cracks may form.
8. Let cool for 1 hour. Then, loosely cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate for 2 hours to chill.

To Serve: Top with your choice of toppings (suggestions below) and enjoy chilled!

• Blueberry, raspberry, or strawberry sauce (see recipe below)
• Salted caramel sauce
• Whipped cream
• Homemade jam (strained to remove seeds)
• Nutella or cookie butter
• Fresh berries, mashed
• Fruit curd (lemon, mango, coconut, passionfruit)
• Toasted coconut
• Chopped nuts
• Chocolate ganache

Ingredients:

• 1 lb fresh strawberries
• 2 tbsp granulated sugar
• 2 tsp fresh lemon or lime juice

Instructions:

1. In a food processor, combine strawberries, sugar, and lemon/lime juice. Pulse until the mixture breaks down but still has some small pieces.
2. Transfer to an airtight container and chill for 30 minutes or until ready to serve.

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