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Grinch Mini Cheesecakes Recipe

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  • Author: Julia
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 17 minutes
  • Total Time: 40 minutes
  • Yield: 12 mini cheesecakes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

These festive Grinch Mini Cheesecakes feature a vibrant neon green cheesecake filling nestled on a crunchy Oreo crumb crust. Perfectly portioned in cupcake liners, these bite-sized treats are creamy, tangy, and topped optionally with whipped cream and sprinkles to add holiday cheer. Easy to make and visually striking, they bring a fun twist to traditional cheesecakes, ideal for Christmas parties or holiday dessert tables.

Ingredients

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Crust

  • 1 cup Oreo Crumbs (about 10-11 Oreos processed)
  • 2 1/2 tbsp Butter, melted

Cheesecake Filling

  • 2 (8 oz) packages Cream Cheese, softened
  • 1/2 cup Sugar
  • 2 Eggs
  • 1 tsp Vanilla Extract
  • Neon Green Food Coloring, to desired color

Toppings (Optional)

  • Whipped Cream
  • Sprinkles

Instructions

  1. Preheat and prepare pan: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a cupcake pan with paper liners to prevent sticking and make removal easier.
  2. Make the crust: Pulse about 10-11 Oreo cookies in a food processor until finely ground into crumbs. Add the melted butter and pulse again until the mixture is well combined and resembles wet sand.
  3. Form the crust bases: Evenly divide the Oreo crumb mixture between the cupcake liners. Press firmly into the bottom of each liner to form a compact crust layer.
  4. Prepare cheesecake batter: In a medium bowl, beat the softened cream cheese and sugar together until smooth and creamy. Beat in the eggs one at a time, followed by the vanilla extract.
  5. Add food coloring: Stir in neon green food coloring gradually until the mixture reaches the desired bright, Grinch-like green shade.
  6. Fill cupcake liners: Spoon about 1/4 cup of the cheesecake batter into each lined cupcake cup over the crust, distributing evenly.
  7. Bake: Place the pan in the preheated oven and bake for 15-17 minutes. The centers should remain slightly jiggly when done to ensure a creamy texture.
  8. Cool and chill: Remove the cheesecakes from the oven and let them cool completely in the pan. Once cool, refrigerate until fully firm, at least a few hours or overnight.
  9. Add toppings and serve: Before serving, optionally top each mini cheesecake with whipped cream and sprinkles for extra festive flair.

Notes

  • Use softened cream cheese at room temperature for smooth batter without lumps.
  • Do not overbake; centers should be slightly jiggly to keep cheesecakes creamy.
  • Neon green food coloring intensity can be adjusted to preference.
  • Refrigeration time can be extended for firmer cheesecakes.
  • If desired, garnish with holiday-themed sprinkles for added fun.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 mini cheesecake
  • Calories: 210
  • Sugar: 15g
  • Sodium: 110mg
  • Fat: 14g
  • Saturated Fat: 8g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 5g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 16g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 4g
  • Cholesterol: 55mg

Find it online: https://lazydayrecipes.com/grinch-mini-cheesecakes-recipe/