MINI STRAWBERRY CHEESECAKES

MINI STRAWBERRY CHEESECAKES

INGREDIENTS

FOR THE CRUST:

• 1 cup (120 grams) graham cracker crumbs, about 8 full-sheet graham crackers
• 3 tablespoons (40 grams) granulated sugar
• 3 tablespoons (45 grams) butter, melted

FOR THE CHEESECAKE FILLING:

• 16 ounces brick-style cream cheese , softened to room temperature
• 1/3 cup (75 grams) sour cream , room temperature
• 1/3 cup (65 grams) granulated sugar
• 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
• 2 large eggs , room temperatur

FOR THE STRAWBERRY SAUCE TOPPING:

• 1 pint fresh strawberries , stems removed and sliced (or 2 1/4 cups frozen sliced strawberries)
• ⅓ cup (65 grams) granulated sugar
• 2 teaspoons fresh lemon juice