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The holiday season calls for delightful treats that are easy to prepare yet impressively festive. One such treat is the Festive No-Bake Mini Cheesecakes, a simple yet elegant dessert perfect for Christmas gatherings. The light and creamy nature of these cheesecakes, coupled with a crunchy graham cracker crust, makes them an appealing choice for dessert tables, festive parties, or family get-togethers. Not only do they offer a rich taste experience, but their delightful presentation, adorned with festive decorations, elevates them to a visually stunning centerpiece.
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Festive No-Bake Mini Cheesecakes for Christmas

These festive no-bake mini cheesecakes are a delightful treat perfect for Christmas gatherings. They feature a creamy filling atop a graham cracker crust, decorated for the holiday spirit.
Course Dessert
Cuisine American
Keyword cheesecake, Christmas, dessert, festive, mini, no-bake, treat
Prep Time 20 minutes
Total Time 4 hours 20 minutes
Servings 12
Calories 250kcal

Ingredients

  • 1 ½ cups graham cracker crumbs
  • ½ cup unsalted butter melted
  • 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
  • 16 oz cream cheese softened
  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 cup heavy whipping cream
  • ½ teaspoon peppermint extract optional
  • red and green sprinkles for decoration
  • fresh mint leaves for garnish optional
  • mini candy canes for decoration optional

Instructions

  • In a mixing bowl, blend graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and granulated sugar until combined.
  • Line a muffin tin with paper liners and press 2 tablespoons of the crust mixture into each liner.
  • In a large bowl, beat softened cream cheese until creamy, then mix in powdered sugar and vanilla extract.
  • Whip heavy cream in a separate bowl until stiff peaks form, then fold into the cream cheese mixture.
  • Spoon or pipe the cheesecake filling over the crusts, smoothing the tops.
  • Cover the muffin tin with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 4 hours.
  • Once set, remove cheesecakes from the tin and decorate with sprinkles, mint leaves, and mini candy canes.
  • Serve and enjoy your festive mini cheesecakes!

Notes

Chill the cheesecakes for at least 4 hours for best results.