Individual Chocolate Desserts (Printable Format)

Creamy individual cheesecakes packed with Kit Kat pieces and chocolate cookie crusts. The perfect party dessert that's both cute and delicious!

# What You'll Gather:

→ Chocolate Cookie Crust

01 - 12 chocolate sandwich cookies (like Oreos), finely crushed
02 - 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted

→ Cheesecake Filling

03 - 2 (8 oz) packages cream cheese, softened
04 - 1/2 cup granulated sugar
05 - 2 large eggs
06 - 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
07 - 1/4 cup sour cream
08 - 1 cup chopped Kit Kat bars

→ Garnish

09 - Extra Kit Kat pieces for topping
10 - Whipped cream (optional)

# Step-by-Step Instructions:

01 - Preheat your oven to 325°F and line a 12-cup muffin pan with paper liners. These little cheesecakes are going to be adorable!
02 - Mix those crushed cookies with melted butter until it looks like wet sand. Press about 1 tablespoon of this mixture into the bottom of each muffin liner. Give it a good press to make a solid base for all that creamy goodness!
03 - In a large bowl, beat the softened cream cheese and sugar until it's smooth as silk. Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each one - no lumps allowed!
04 - Mix in vanilla extract and sour cream until everything's perfectly combined. This is what makes these mini cheesecakes so incredibly creamy.
05 - Here's the fun part - gently fold in those chopped Kit Kat bars. Save some of the prettier pieces for the tops - they make the best little garnish!
06 - Divide the cheesecake batter evenly among your muffin cups, filling them nearly to the top. Bake for 18-20 minutes until the centers are just set but still have a tiny jiggle.
07 - Let them cool completely in the pan (patience is key here!), then pop them in the fridge for at least 2 hours. This is when they really develop that perfect cheesecake texture.
08 - Before serving, top with a dollop of whipped cream and those extra Kit Kat pieces you saved. These little beauties are ready to impress!

# Important Tips:

01 - These mini cheesecakes are perfect for parties because everyone gets their own individual portion - no cutting required!
02 - The Kit Kat bars add both flavor and texture - that satisfying crunch in every bite is what makes these special.
03 - You can freeze these after they're fully set and thaw them as needed for unexpected guests or late-night cravings.
04 - For an extra chocolatey touch, drizzle with melted chocolate just before serving.
05 - Make sure your cream cheese is properly softened for the smoothest filling possible.

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