Mini Cheesecake Coffee Cups
The Cutest Shavuos Dessert Idea
Turn a simple cheesecake into the most adorable mini “coffee cup” desserts with just a few creative touches! These charming little treats may look like tiny lattes or cappuccinos, but they’re actually creamy cheesecake topped with whipped cream, toasted marshmallows, and a sprinkle of cinnamon.
Perfect for Shavuos, brunches, dessert tables, or special celebrations, these mini cheesecake cups are guaranteed to impress your guests while still being surprisingly simple to make.
Easy, Elegant & So Fun to Make
What makes these desserts extra special is the presentation. Using a round cookie cutter and simple chocolate handles, you can transform an ordinary cheesecake into a beautiful coffeehouse-inspired dessert. They look so festive on a dessert table and are such a fun conversation piece.
Short on time? You can absolutely use store-bought individual cheesecakes as your base for an even easier version.
Why You’ll Love These Mini Cheesecake Cups
- Perfect for Shavuos dairy meals
- Adorable presentation for parties & brunches
- Easy to customize in different sizes
- Can be made partially ahead
- A creative dessert both adults and kids love
What You’ll Need
- your favorite baked cheesecake
- melted chocolate
- whipped cream
- mini marshmallows
- cinnamon
- round deep cookie cutter
Step-By-Step Directions
1. Bake and Freeze the Cheesecake
Pour the batter into a prepared baking pan. The height of the cheesecake, when baked should be approximately the same height as the cookie cutter. Place the cheesecake in the freezer until firm. This makes it much easier to cut clean circles without breaking.
2. Prepare the Chocolate Handles
Melt the chocolate and place it into a piping bag. You can even melt the chocolate directly in the bag for easier cleanup.
3. Pipe the Handles
Cut a very small hole in the corner of the piping bag. Pipe small handles onto parchment paper using either a backwards “C” shape or a question mark shape. The handles should be approximately the height of your cheesecake rounds.
4. Allow the Chocolate to Set
Let the chocolate handles dry completely until firm. You can refrigerate them to speed up the process.
5. Cut Out the Cheesecake Cups
Using a 2-inch deep round cookie cutter, cut circles out of the cheesecake to create your mini “coffee cups.”
6. Attach the Handles
Carefully insert the chocolate handles into the sides of the cheesecake rounds.
7. Toast the Marshmallows
Place mini marshmallows under the broiler for 30 seconds to 1 minute, watching carefully so they don’t burn.
8. Decorate the Cheesecake Cups
Top each cheesecake cup with whipped cream, toasted marshmallows, and a sprinkle of cinnamon for the perfect latte-inspired finish.
These mini cheesecake coffee cups are such a fun and creative dessert idea for Shavuos. They look impressive, taste delicious, and add the sweetest touch to any dessert table.
