Easy Mug Cheesecake
A quick and budget-friendly mug cheesecake recipe that offers a delicious, creamy dessert experience in under five minutes.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 2 oz cream cheese Room temperature is ideal for blending smoothly.
- 2 tbsp sugar Adjust to taste; can decrease for less sweetness.
- 1 piece egg Acts as a binder.
- 1/2 tsp vanilla extract Adds flavor.
- 1/4 cup graham cracker crumbs Use store-bought or crushed crackers if needed.
- to taste fresh berries or chocolate drizzle For topping.
Instructions
Preparation
- Grab a microwave-safe mug that's roomy enough to prevent overflow.
- Soften the cream cheese if it's cold; it should be pliable, not melted.
- In the mug, beat the cream cheese with sugar until smooth.
- Add the egg and vanilla extract; whisk until silky.
- Sprinkle graham cracker crumbs at the bottom of the mug and press lightly.
- Pour the cheesecake mixture over the crust.
- Microwave on high for 1 to 2 minutes, checking at 60 seconds.
- Cool for 5-10 minutes and then add toppings before serving.
Notes
For best results, use room-temperature cream cheese and adjust microwave time based on your appliance. Let it cool for a few minutes to achieve the best texture.
Nutrition
Serving: 1gCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 8gFat: 22gSaturated Fat: 12gSodium: 300mgSugar: 18g
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