Grinch Mini Cheesecake Recipe
This playful Grinch Mini Cheesecake recipe is a festive dessert perfect for holiday gatherings. Featuring a buttery graham cracker crust topped with a creamy, vibrant green cheesecake filling, these mini cheesecakes are as delicious as they are whimsical. Decorated with whipped cream and red heart-shaped candies, they capture the spirit of the Grinch in a bite-sized treat.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 4 hours 15 minutes
- Yield: 12 mini cheesecakes 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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Crust
- 1 cup graham cracker crumbs
- 4 tbsp melted butter
Cheesecake Filling
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- ⅓ cup granulated sugar
- ¼ cup sour cream
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- Green food coloring (as needed)
Topping
- Whipped cream (for topping)
- Red heart-shaped candies
Instructions
- Prepare muffin tin: Line a muffin tin with cupcake liners and set aside to make assembling easier and prevent sticking.
- Make crust: In a bowl, mix graham cracker crumbs with melted butter until the mixture is evenly coated and resembles wet sand.
- Form crust bases: Press about 1 tablespoon of the crust mixture firmly into the bottom of each cupcake liner, flattening using the back of a spoon to create an even base.
- Beat cream cheese: In a separate mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese until smooth and creamy, ensuring no lumps remain.
- Add flavorings and color: Incorporate the granulated sugar, sour cream, vanilla extract, and green food coloring into the cream cheese. Beat until the mixture is well combined, smooth, and evenly colored.
- Fill cupcake liners: Spoon the cheesecake filling evenly into each liner over the prepared crust, smoothing the tops with a spoon or spatula for evenness.
- Chill cheesecakes: Refrigerate the mini cheesecakes for at least 4 hours, or until they are fully set and firm.
- Decorate and serve: Just before serving, top each cheesecake with a dollop of whipped cream and place a red heart-shaped candy on top to resemble the Grinch’s heart.
Notes
- Ensure the cream cheese is softened to room temperature for a smoother filling.
- Adjust the amount of green food coloring to reach your desired shade without overpowering the flavor.
- Use sturdy cupcake liners to support the crust and filling during setting and serving.
- Mini cheesecakes can be stored covered in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- For a gluten-free version, substitute the graham cracker crumbs with gluten-free cookies crumbs.
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