Little Passionfruit Cheesecakes

May 31, 2023May 31, 20230 4

Little Passionfruit Cheesecakes – a perfect dessert for any occasion

by The Chefin Dessert

Prep

15 min

Cook

25 min

Ready In

40 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

248

Sugar

18g

Fat

14g

These little cheesecakes are bursting with tangy passion fruit flavor and a crisp, crumbly shortbread base that's irresistible. This recipe is simple to make, and the mini size makes it easier to control portions. They make a lovely dessert for any occasion and are perfect for sharing with family and friends. You can freeze any leftovers for up to a month.

Instructions

1.	Preheat oven to 320°F / 160°C.
2.	Place the shortbread cookies in a ziplock bag and use a rolling pin to crush them into fine crumbs.
3.	Grease a 12-muffin pan with cooking spray and evenly distribute the cookie crumbs.
4.	In a large mixing bowl, combine ricotta cheese, cream cheese, eggs, sugar, and lime juice. Mix well. Stir in passion fruit pulp.
5.	Spoon the mixture evenly over the cookie crumbs.
6.	Bake in preheated oven for 25-30 minutes or until set.
7.	Remove from oven and allow to cool in pan for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

PROS

These little desserts are packed with flavors of passion fruit and lime, and are perfect for portion control.

The recipe requires minimum prep time with only 15 minutes hands-on work.

CONS

The recipe uses cream cheese and sugar, which make it high in calories and fat.

People with lactose intolerance should avoid this recipe.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Passion fruit is a good source of fiber, antioxidants, vitamins A and C, and potassium that help in regulating digestive system, boosting immunity and maintaining blood pressure levels. Ricotta cheese is a low-fat dairy product that provides proteins and calcium to the body.

	4 shortbread cookies
	250 g ricotta cheese
	250 g cream cheese , chopped
	2 eggs
	1/2 cup sugar
	2 tablespoons lime juice
	2/3 cup fresh passion fruit pulp