Ingredients:
- 1 cup (100g) crushed graham crackers
- 3 tbsp (42g) melted unsalted butter
- 1 tbsp (12g) brown sugar
- 16 oz (450g) low-fat cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup (120g) plain Greek yogurt
- 1/3 cup (65g) honey
- 2 tbsp (15g) instant espresso powder
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tsp (5ml) pure vanilla extract
- 2 tbsp (16g) cornstarch
- 1 pinch (1g) sea salt
Instructions:
- Combine the crushed graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and brown sugar in a small bowl.
- Press approximately 1 tablespoon of the crust mixture firmly into the bottom of each lined mini muffin cup.
- Preheat the oven to 325°F (160°C).
- Bloom the coffee by mixing instant espresso powder with 1 tablespoon of warm water to create a concentrated paste.
- Beat the softened low-fat cream cheese and Greek yogurt on medium speed until smooth.
- Gradually add honey and the espresso paste, mixing on low speed.
- Add eggs one at a time, mixing just until combined.
- Stir in vanilla extract and sifted cornstarch until the batter is a uniform mahogany color.
- Divide the batter evenly among the crusts, filling each cup about 3/4 full.
- Bake for 22–25 minutes until the edges are set but the centers still have a slight wobble.
- Remove from oven and cool completely in the tin before transferring to the refrigerator to chill for 4 hours.