Cherry Cheesecake Shots

These easy-to-make Cherry Cheesecake Shots are a perfect low-stress dessert for any gathering, offering creamy cheesecake flavor with a bright cherry topping, all served in individual portions.

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Prep Time 15

Total Time 2

Servings: 12 shots

Course: Dessert, Party

Cuisine: American

Calories: 150

Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients

Crust Ingredients

1 cup graham cracker crumbs
3 tablespoons melted butter
1 tablespoon sugar

Filling Ingredients

8 oz cream cheese, softened Make sure it is at room temperature to avoid lumps.
3/4 cup whipped topping or heavy whipped cream
1/3 cup powdered sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Topping Ingredients

1 can cherry pie filling Alternatively, you can use homemade cherry topping.

Optional Garnishes

to taste fresh cherries For serving
to taste extra graham crumbs For garnish
to taste chocolate shavings For garnish

Method

Preparation

Stir together the graham crumbs, sugar, and melted butter until it looks like damp sand.
Spoon about 1 to 2 teaspoons of crust into each little cup. Press it down gently with the back of a spoon.
In a bowl, beat the softened cream cheese until smooth. Add powdered sugar and vanilla and mix again until it’s creamy.
Fold in the whipped topping (or whipped cream) until the filling looks light and fluffy. Don’t overmix, you just want it blended.
Spoon or pipe the filling into each cup, right on top of the crust.
Top each cup with a spoonful of cherry pie filling, ensuring each has a good amount of cherries, not just the syrup.
Chill for at least 2 hours before serving. Overnight is preferred.

Notes

For best results, use room temperature cream cheese and allow adequate chilling time after assembling. Adjust sweetness based on personal preference.