Cherry Cheesecake Muffin Pie (Printable Version)
Creamy cheesecake meets muffin crust and juicy cherries for a delightful dessert fusion perfect for any occasion.
# What You'll Need:
→ Muffin Crust
01 - 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
02 - 1/2 cup granulated sugar
03 - 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
04 - 1/4 teaspoon baking soda
05 - 1/4 teaspoon salt
06 - 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
07 - 1 large egg
08 - 1/2 cup whole milk
09 - 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
→ Cheesecake Filling
10 - 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
11 - 1/3 cup granulated sugar
12 - 1 large egg
13 - 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
→ Cherry Topping
14 - 1 1/2 cups pitted fresh or frozen cherries, halved
15 - 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
16 - 1 teaspoon cornstarch
17 - 1 tablespoon lemon juice
# Directions:
01 - Preheat oven to 350°F. Grease a 9-inch pie dish or line with parchment paper.
02 - In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
03 - In a separate bowl, blend the melted butter, egg, milk, and vanilla extract.
04 - Add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients and stir until just combined. Spread the batter evenly into the prepared pie dish and gently press up the sides to form a crust.
05 - In a clean bowl, beat the cream cheese and sugar until smooth. Incorporate the egg and vanilla extract, mixing until creamy.
06 - Pour the cheesecake filling onto the muffin crust and spread it to an even thickness.
07 - In a small bowl, toss cherries with sugar, cornstarch, and lemon juice until coated.
08 - Scatter the prepared cherries evenly over the cheesecake layer. Bake for 35 minutes, or until the edges are golden and the center is set.
09 - Let the pie cool completely at room temperature. Refrigerate for at least 2 hours before slicing and serving for optimal texture.
# Additional Tips::
01 -
- Combines the flavors of cheesecake, muffins, and fresh cherry in one pie
- Impressive centerpiece for gatherings or holidays
02 -
- Contains wheat (gluten), dairy, and egg
- Recipe yields 8 servings (325 calories per serving)
03 -
- Allow the pie to cool fully before transferring to the fridge to prevent condensation
- For clean slices, use a sharp knife dipped in warm water between cuts