Almond Cheesecake (Mix in a Mug) Recipe

Name: Almond Cheesecake (Mix in a Mug)
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 4 tablespoons vanilla wafer crumbs or 4 tablespoons graham cracker crumbs; 5 tablespoons sugar, divided use; ¼ teaspoon cinnamon; 1 teaspoon flour; 2 tablespoons sliced almonds; 2 tablespoons butter, melted; 4 ounces cream cheese, softened; 1 egg yolk; ½ teaspoon almond extract or ½ teaspoon vanilla extract; 1 tablespoon sour cream; 1 tablespoon whole milk or 1 tablespoon half-and-half

Servings: persons

4 tablespoons vanilla wafer crumbs or 4 tablespoons graham cracker crumbs
5 tablespoons sugar, divided use
¼ teaspoon cinnamon
1 teaspoon flour
2 tablespoons sliced almonds
2 tablespoons butter, melted
4 ounces cream cheese, softened
1 egg yolk
½ teaspoon almond extract or ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
1 tablespoon sour cream
1 tablespoon whole milk or 1 tablespoon half-and-half

1
In a small bowl, combine cookie or cracker crumbs, 1 tbl sugar and cinnamon; mix well and place in a small ziploc bag and seal.
2
Place sealed bag in mug.
3
In another ziploc bag, combine flour, remaining 4 tbl sugar and sliced almonds.
4
Place inside mug with other bag.
5
Decorate mug and attach a gift tag with the following directions:.
6
ALMOND CHEESECAKE.
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2 Tbl butter, melted.
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4 oz cream cheese, softened.
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1 egg yolk.
10
1/2 tsp almond extract or vanilla extract.
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1 TBL sour cream.
12
1 TBL whole milk or half and half.
13
Almond Cheesecake/Crust Mix.
14
Preheat oven to 350*.
15
To make crust, combine melted butter and contents of bag containing crumbs.
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Mix well and press mixture into the bottom and halfway up sides of lightly greased mug.
17
Bake for 6-8 minutes.
18
Meanwhile, in a separate bowl, combine contents of remaining mix bag, cream cheese, egg yolk, extract, sour cream and milk.
19
Mix for 1 minute or until smooth.
20
When crust is done, reduce heat to 325*; Allow crust to cool slightly & then pour cream cheese mixture into crust in mug.
21
Bake for 30-35 minutes.
22
ENJOY!

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Preheat the oven fully and bake on the middle rack for the most even results.
Check for doneness a few minutes early — a toothpick in the center should come out with just a few moist crumbs.
Let it cool before slicing so it sets properly and holds its shape.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
Leave out the nuts to make it nut-free, or swap in seeds for a similar crunch.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 4 tablespoons vanilla wafer crumbs or 4 tablespoons graham cracker crumbs, 5 tablespoons sugar, divided use, ¼ teaspoon cinnamon, 1 teaspoon flour, and more.

Yes, Almond Cheesecake (Mix in a Mug) falls under the Baking & Desserts category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Almond Cheesecake (Mix in a Mug)

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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