Mini Cheesecake Praline Cones Delightful Dessert Treat

Ingredients

• 1 cup graham cracker crumbs
• 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
• 2 tablespoons sugar
• 8 oz cream cheese, softened
• 1/2 cup powdered sugar
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1/2 cup heavy whipping cream
• 1/4 cup praline pecans, chopped
• 12 mini cone-shaped ice cream cones
• to taste whipped cream for topping (optional)

Instructions

1. In a medium bowl, mix the graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and sugar until crumbly. Press about a tablespoon of the mixture into the bottom of each mini ice cream cone to form a crumb crust. Set aside.
2. In a mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese with the powdered sugar and vanilla extract until smooth and creamy.
3. In a separate bowl, whip the heavy cream until stiff peaks form. Gently fold the whipped cream into the cream cheese mixture until no white streaks remain.
4. Fold in the chopped praline pecans into the cheesecake mixture, reserving a few for topping.
5. Using a piping bag or a spoon, fill each mini cone with the cheesecake mixture, ensuring you pack it down gently to avoid any air pockets. Fill them to just below the edge.
6. If desired, add a dollop of whipped cream on top of each cheesecake cone and sprinkle with the reserved praline pecans for garnish. Place the filled cones in a small container or upright on a plate.
7. Allow the cones to chill in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours before serving to set the cheesecake filling.
8. Once chilled, serve these delightful mini cheesecake praline cones as a fun and tasty dessert for parties or gatherings!