1-Gather and Prepare Ingredients: Begin by letting the cream cheese sit at room temperature. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Measure out all items to make things easier.

2-Make the Crust: In a large bowl, combine the graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, sugar, and salt. Line a mini muffin tin with liners or grease it well. Scoop heaping teaspoons of the mixture into each well and press it down firmly, going slightly up the sides. Bake for 4 to 5 minutes, then let it cool.

3-Prepare the Filling: Mix the cream cheese, sour cream, sugar, egg, and vanilla extract until smooth. This creates a silky filling that’s ready to go.

4-Assemble and Bake: Spoon heaping tablespoons of filling onto each cooled crust. Bake for 16 to 18 minutes, or until the center is set without jiggling. Let them cool in the pan, then refrigerate for at least three hours or overnight.