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Grinch Mini Cheesecakes

Deliciously Fun Grinch Mini Cheesecakes for Holiday Joy

These Grinch Mini Cheesecakes are a whimsical holiday dessert that captures the spirit of the season.
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: 150

Ingredients
  

For the Cheesecake Filling
  • 16 ounces Cream Cheese softened
  • 3/4 cup Sugar adjust to taste
  • 3 large Eggs at room temperature
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract pure is best
  • 1 tablespoon Neon Green Food Coloring add to achieve desired color
For the Crust
  • 10-11 cookies Oreo Cookies or chocolate graham crackers
  • 5 tablespoons Butter melted

Equipment

  • Oven
  • cupcake pan
  • Food Processor
  • Mixing Bowl
  • electric mixer

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a standard cupcake pan with paper liners.
  2. Pulse Oreo cookies in a food processor until fine crumbs. Add melted butter and pulse until mixed.
  3. Distribute the crumb mixture among cupcake liners and press down tightly. Bake for 5 minutes and let cool.
  4. Beat softened cream cheese with sugar until smooth for about 2-3 minutes.
  5. Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each. Stir in vanilla extract.
  6. Mix in neon green food coloring until desired hue is reached.
  7. Spoon approximately 1/4 cup cheesecake mixture into each crust and gently tap the pan.
  8. Bake for 15-17 minutes until centers are slightly jiggly. Cool at room temperature for 30 minutes.
  9. Refrigerate for at least 2 hours or until firm. Serve topped with whipped cream and festive sprinkles.

Nutrition

Serving: 1mini cheesecakeCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 18gProtein: 2gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 45mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 50mgSugar: 9gVitamin A: 500IUCalcium: 30mg

Notes

Ensure cream cheese is softened for a smooth filling. The mini cheesecakes can be made ahead of time and stored in the fridge.

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