Cherry Cheesecake Cups

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   Preheat oven to 350 degrees, and place foil or paper liners in 24 (2 1/2 inch) muffin cups.

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   For Crust:.

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   Combine cake mix and melted margarine in a large bowl.

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   Beat at low speed with electric mixer for 1 minute.

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   Mixture will be crumbly.

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   Divide mixture evenly among the muffins cups; level them, but do not press down.

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   For Cheese Filling:.

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   Combine cream cheese, eggs, 3/4 cup sugar, and vanilla extract in medium bowl.

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   Beat at medium speed with electric mixer, until smooth.

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    Spoon evenly into muffin cups, and bake for 20 minutes, or until set.

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    For Topping:.

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    Combine sour cream and 1/4 cup sugar in a small bowl.

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    Spoon evenly over cheesecakes and return to oven for 5 minutes.

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    Cool completely then garnish each cheesecake with cherry pie filling.

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    Refrigerate until ready to serve.

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