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Decadent mini cream pie cups topped with whipped cream and fruit

Decadent Mini Cream Pie Cups

These bite-sized treats combine a buttery crust with a creamy filling and are topped with whipped cream, evoking nostalgia and delightful flavors.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 8 minutes
Total Time 28 minutes
Servings: 12 cups
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the crust
  • 1.5 cups graham cracker crumbs (or crushed digestive biscuits)
  • 0.5 cup unsweetened cocoa powder (for a chocolate twist) Optional
  • 0.5 cup melted butter
  • 0.25 cup sugar
For the filling
  • 1 cup heavy cream Whipped
  • 1 cup sweetened condensed milk
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice Optional for a tart touch
For topping
  • Whipped cream (store-bought or homemade)
  • Chocolate shavings or fruit for garnish (optional)

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Mix together the graham cracker crumbs, cocoa powder (if using), melted butter, and sugar until it resembles damp sand.
  3. Press the mixture firmly into the bottom of a muffin tin to create mini cups.
  4. Bake these for about 8 minutes, then let them cool completely.
Making the filling
  1. In a separate bowl, whip the heavy cream until soft peaks form.
  2. Fold in the sweetened condensed milk, vanilla extract, and lemon juice gently.
  3. Spoon or pipe the filling into the cooled crusts.
Assembly
  1. Top each mini cup with a generous dollop of whipped cream and sprinkle with chocolate shavings or fresh fruit.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 3gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 9gSodium: 200mgFiber: 1gSugar: 15g

Notes

These mini cream pie cups can be served immediately or chilled in the fridge for an hour for enhanced flavors. Variations include different flavored extracts and dairy alternatives.

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