🍒🧀 Easy Mini Cherry Cheesecake Cups (WW – 4 Points)
These mini cheesecake cups are creamy, tangy, and topped with sweet cherries. Individually portioned, they satisfy your dessert cravings while staying low in points—perfect for a party, snack, or light indulgence.
🧾 Ingredients (Makes 6 servings)
Crust
- 6 graham cracker squares (or 6 low-point cookie alternatives)
- 1 tbsp butter, melted
Cheesecake filling
- 4 oz (½ cup) reduced-fat cream cheese, softened
- 2 tbsp plain Greek yogurt (fat-free)
- 2 tbsp powdered sugar or sugar substitute
- ½ tsp vanilla extract
Topping
- 6 tsp cherry preserves (low-sugar) 🍒
- Fresh cherries for garnish (optional)
👩🍳 Instructions
1. Prepare crust
- Crush graham crackers and mix with melted butter
- Press into the bottom of 6 mini muffin liners
2. Make filling
- In a bowl, mix cream cheese, Greek yogurt, powdered sugar, and vanilla until smooth
- Spoon evenly over the crusts
3. Chill
- Refrigerate 30–60 minutes until set
4. Add topping
- Spoon cherry preserves on top
- Garnish with fresh cherries if desired
5. Serve
- Enjoy cold for a creamy, satisfying dessert
⭐ Weight Watchers Points
- 4 points per mini cheesecake cup
(varies slightly with choice of crust and sweetener)
💡 Tips for Best Results
- Use room-temperature cream cheese for smooth filling
- Press crust firmly for stability
- Low-sugar preserves keep points down
- Chill well before serving for easier removal
🍽️ Serving Ideas
- With fresh berries 🍓
- Sprinkled with a little cinnamon
- As part of a dessert platter
🌱 Variations
Chocolate Cherry
- Add 1 tsp cocoa powder to cheesecake filling
Nutty Twist
- Top with crushed walnuts or almonds
Mini Fruit Medley
- Use mixed berries instead of cherry
❓ Q & A
Q1: Can I make these ahead?
Yes – store in fridge for 2–3 days
Q2: Can I freeze them?
Yes – freeze individually, thaw before serving
Q3: Can I skip the crust?
Yes – makes it lower in points and more like a crustless cheesecake
Q4: Can I use regular sugar?
Yes – just slightly increase points
Q5: How do I prevent cracking?
- Don’t overmix cream cheese
- Chill properly before serving
Q6: Can I make more servings?
Yes – just double ingredients and liners
Q7: Can I add gelatin for firmer cups?
Yes – optional for a more structured cheesecake.