Grinch Mini Cheesecakes: Easy and Festive Holiday Treats
Delight your guests this holiday season with these adorable Grinch Mini Cheesecakes, bringing festive cheer and delicious flavor to your dessert table.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 2 hours 35 minutes
- Yield: 12 mini cheesecakes 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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- 1 cup graham cracker crumbs
- 5 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
- 16 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon green food coloring
- 1 cup whipped cream
- 1/4 cup red candy melts
- 1/4 cup green sprinkles
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 325°F (163°C).
- In a bowl, mix graham cracker crumbs and melted butter until well combined. Press the mixture into the bottom of mini cupcake liners.
- In another bowl, beat together cream cheese and powdered sugar until smooth. Add vanilla extract and green food coloring, mix until combined.
- Fold in whipped cream until just incorporated.
- Pour the cheesecake mixture over the crusts and bake for 15 minutes.
- Let the cheesecakes cool, then refrigerate for at least 2 hours.
- Once chilled, drizzle melted red candy on top and sprinkle with green sprinkles.
Notes
- Allow cheesecakes to cool completely before refrigerating for best texture.
- Use a piping bag for precise decoration if desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cheesecake
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: Grinch Mini Cheesecakes, Holiday Desserts, Festive Treats