Lemon Raspberry Mini Cheesecakes This Lemon Raspberry Mini Cheesecakes are the perfect size, the perfect flavor combination and the perfect dessert for Valentine’s Day. Today’s post is part of an ongoing partnership as a Bake a Little Extra Blog Ambassador sponsored by Karo® Syrup. All opinions are my own. Despite it being February and still officially winter, my bulbs are breaking through the dirt and some of my plants have flower buds on them. I think they are ready for spring. I decided, if you can’t beat them join them so I’m breaking out my favorite spring time flavors today. Lemon and raspberry are at the top of the list. These mini cheesecake bites are pretty and delicious and that is a winning combination and the Karo® Syrup adds the perfect amount of sweetness while adding to the creamy texture. I love making food in bite-size form because not only do I think it tastes better, but it also makes it easier to share with others. With Valentine’s Day approaching it is the perfect time to share the love and share these sweet little treats. What better way to show your love for someone special than with these Lemon Raspberry Mini Cheesecake Bites. I just used a muffin tin to create these cute little mini cheesecakes. Line the muffin tin with cupcake liners and then amixture of graham cracker crumbs, butter and sugar go in the bottom. The cheesecake layer is a combination of cream cheese, Karo® Corn Syrup, egg, cornstarch, sugar, lemon zest and lemon juice. A cookie scoop is the perfect size to fill the muffin tins with the creamcheese layer. After the little cheesecakes bake they are topped with raspberry pie filling and a fresh raspberry! Leave them in the cupcake wrapper or take it off. If you are sharing with someone the little wrappers make transporting them much easier! Experiment with other topping and flavor combinations. Blueberry and lemon would be yummy too! Baking is such a great way to show someone you care and these pretty little cheesecake bites are the perfect way to celebrate Valentine’s Day. Bake a little extra to share the love. Be sure and save a few for yourself! Lemon Raspberry Mini Cheesecakes Print Prep time 20 mins Cook time 15 mins Total time 35 mins Author: Leigh Anne Wilkes Recipe type: Dessert Serves: 12 Ingredients 3 whole graham crackers, (rectangles made of 2 squares) 1-1/2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted 4 tablespoons sugar, divided 1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened 1 tablespoon cornstarch 1 egg ⅓ cup Karo® Syrup 1 tsp lemon zest 1 Tbsp fresh lemon juice 1 can (21 ounces) raspberry pie filling fresh raspberries for garnish. Instructions Preheat oven to 350˚F. Line muffin tins with metal baking cups. Place graham cracker pieces into the bowl of a food processor fit with metal blade. Pulse until they form a fine crumb. Add 2 tablespoons sugar and butter and pulse until all the ingredients are evenly distributed. Place a heaping tablespoon of the crumb mixture in the bottom of each baking cup. Press gently to form an even crust. Set aside. Beat cream cheese, remaining 2 tablespoons sugar, lemon juice, lemon zest and cornstarch in the large bowl of an electric mixer until well mixed. Add egg and blend well. Add corn syrup. Beat until just blended. Pour filling into baking cups, dividing evenly. Bake for 15 minutes or until just set. Chill for 1 hour. Top with a spoonful of pie filling and a fresh raspberry Note: For a crisper crust, bake at 350˚F for 10 minutes before filling with cream cheese mixture. Notes This recipe was adapted from Karo Syrup 3.5.3208 Author information Leigh Anne Hi – I’m Leigh Anne! I have been a homebased mom for 30 years since my first baby boy was born! I love working with women and helping to inspire them to achieve their goals and dreams while still maintaining motherhood and family as their number one priority. I blog about everything I enjoy – creating treats and meals in my kitchen, spending time in my garden, entertaining and party planning, reading, self improvement and tips and ideas on style and fashion. | Facebook | Google+ | Pinterest | Continue reading Lemon Raspberry Mini Cheesecakes. This post is from your homebased mom. If you are not reading it from our feed, it has been STOLEN. Please contact Leigh Anne to let us know. Enjoy the posts.