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Almond Cheesecake Tarts

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MAKES: 35

PREP: 10 Min

COOK TIME: 25 Min

If you love to bake, bite-size items are great go-to recipes, since there is built-in portion control. Remember, smaller portions are an important part of any meal plan. Plus, our Almond Cheesecake Tarts are so decadent, a smaller bite doesn't mean they're small on taste!

What You'll Need

2 (8-ounce) packages fat-free cream cheese, softened
1/2 cup sugar
3 eggs
1 teaspoon almond extract*, divided
1/2 teaspoon fresh lemon juice, divided
1 tablespoon sugar
1 cup reduced-fat sour cream
1/4 cup sliced almonds

What to Do

Preheat the oven to 325 degrees. Line mini muffin pans with foil muffin cup liners.
In a large bowl, combine the cream cheese and 1/2 cup sugar; beat well. Beat in the eggs one at a time then beat in 1/2 teaspoon almond extract and 1/4 teaspoon lemon juice until well combined. Spoon the mixture evenly into the muffin cups.
Bake for 15 minutes.
Meanwhile, in a small bowl, combine the sour cream and the remaining 1 tablespoon sugar, 1/2 teaspoon almond extract, and 1/4 teaspoon lemon juice; mix well then spread over the cheesecake tarts. Top each with slivered almonds.
Bake for 10 minutes. Let cool, cover, and chill for at least 4 hours before serving.