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Grinch Mini Cheesecakes

Festive Grinch Mini Cheesecakes for a Sweet Holiday Treat

These Grinch Mini Cheesecakes are colorful, no-bake treats that bring holiday cheer to any table. A perfect, creamy dessert for all ages!
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 17 minutes
Chilling Time 2 hours
Total Time 2 hours 39 minutes
Servings: 12 mini cheesecakes
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 200

Ingredients
  

For the Cheesecake Filling
  • 8 oz Cream Cheese softened
  • 1/2 cup Sugar can substitute with brown sugar
  • 2 large Eggs or flax egg for vegan
  • 1 tsp Vanilla pure vanilla extract recommended
  • 1 tbsp Neon Green Food Coloring gel coloring for better vibrancy
For the Crust
  • 10-11 cookies Oreo Crumbs can substitute with graham cracker crumbs
  • 4 tbsp Butter melted; use coconut oil for dairy-free

Equipment

  • Cupcake Pan
  • electric mixer
  • Food Processor
  • Cupcake Liners

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a cupcake pan with cupcake liners.
  2. Finely crush 10-11 Oreo cookies in a food processor until they resemble coarse crumbs.
  3. Blend the Oreo crumbs with melted butter until moist and holds together.
  4. Press the crust mixture into the bottom of each lined cupcake cavity, about 1 tablespoon per liner.
  5. In a medium bowl, beat softened cream cheese and sugar with an electric mixer until smooth (about 2-3 minutes).
  6. Add eggs one at a time, mixing on low speed until just combined after each addition. Stir in pure vanilla extract.
  7. Mix neon green food coloring into the batter until the desired vibrant hue is achieved.
  8. Fill each cupcake liner with about 1/4 cup of the cheesecake mixture, leaving room at the top.
  9. Bake for 15-17 minutes until edges are set but centers are slightly jiggly. Cool in pan for 10 minutes before refrigerating.
  10. After chilling for at least 2 hours, top each cheesecake with whipped cream and festive toppings before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1mini cheesecakeCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 18gProtein: 3gFat: 13gSaturated Fat: 8gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 120mgPotassium: 50mgFiber: 1gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 300IUCalcium: 20mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Ensure cream cheese is at room temperature for a lump-free filling. Keep an eye on cheesecakes while baking to avoid overbaking. Use gel food coloring for vibrant results. Chill for best flavor and texture.

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