Description
Muffin tin cheesecake bites are the perfect party dessert—simple graham crust, smooth filling, and your choice of toppings for a bite-sized treat.
Ingredients
2 cups chopped fresh rhubarb
½ cup pure maple syrup
2 Tbsp fresh lemon juice
1 Tbsp powdered pectin
Pinch of salt
½ tsp ground cardamom (plus more to taste)
Instructions
In a medium saucepan, combine rhubarb, maple syrup, lemon juice, pectin, and salt.
Bring mixture to a rolling boil over high heat, then reduce to medium-low. Simmer for about 20 minutes, stirring occasionally, until rhubarb breaks down and thickens.
Remove from heat. Stir in ¼ tsp cardamom and taste; add more if desired.
Let jam cool slightly, then transfer to a clean jar. Cool completely before sealing and refrigerating.
Notes
Skip pectin and simmer longer for a more rustic, thickened texture.
Optional add-ins: orange zest or a pinch of ground ginger for variation.
For a lighter set, replace pectin with 1–2 Tbsp chia seeds after cooking.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Jam/Spread
- Method: Simmer
- Cuisine: American
