Ingredients:
**For the Crust:**
– 1 cup vanilla wafers, crushed
– 4 tablespoons butter, melted
– 2 tablespoons sugar
**For the Cheesecake Filling:**
– 16 ounces cream cheese, softened
– 1/2 cup granulated sugar
– 2 large eggs
– 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
**For the Berry Compote:**
– 1 cup mixed berries (such as strawberries, blueberries, raspberries)
– 2 tablespoons sugar
– 1 tablespoon lemon juice
#### Directions:
- **Prepare the Crust:**
– Mix crushed vanilla wafers, melted butter, and sugar together.
– Press the mixture into the bottoms of a mini cheesecake pan and refrigerate.
- **Make the Cheesecake Filling:**
– In a bowl, beat the cream cheese and sugar together until smooth and creamy.
– Add eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition.
– Stir in vanilla extract until well mixed.
- **Assemble the Cheesecakes:**
– Spoon the cheesecake mixture over the prepared crusts, filling each cup almost to the top.
– In a separate bowl, mix the berries, sugar, and lemon juice. Mash slightly to create a compote.
– Drop a teaspoon of berry compote onto each cheesecake and use a toothpick to create a swirl pattern.
- **Bake:**
– Preheat your oven to 325°F (163°C).
– Bake the cheesecakes for about 18-20 minutes or until set.
– Once done, let them cool completely, then refrigerate for at least 2 hours.
#### Enjoy these delightful Mini Berry Swirl Cheesecakes!
– **Prep Time:** 20 minutes
– **Cooking Time:** 20 minutes
– **Total Time:** 2 hours 40 minutes
– **Nutrition Info:** 290 kcal per serving | **Servings:** 12 mini cheesecakes