Grinch Mini Cheesecakes Recipe
Celebrate the holidays with these festive Grinch Mini Cheesecakes! Featuring a crunchy Oreo crumb crust and a creamy, neon green cheesecake filling, these cute individual desserts are perfect for Christmas parties and gatherings. Topped optionally with whipped cream and sprinkles, they capture the whimsical spirit of the Grinch while providing a deliciously smooth and tangy treat.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15-17 minutes
- Total Time: 3 hours 30 minutes (including chilling time)
- Yield: 12 mini cheesecakes 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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Crust
- 1 cup Oreo crumbs (about 10–11 Oreos processed into crumbs)
- 2 1/2 tbsp butter, melted
Cheesecake Filling
- 16 oz (2 packages) cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- Neon green food coloring, to desired color
Toppings (Optional)
- Whipped cream
- Sprinkles
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a standard 12-cup muffin pan with cupcake liners to prepare for baking.
- Make Crust: Pulse about 10 to 11 Oreo cookies in a food processor until fine crumbs form. Then add the melted butter and pulse until the mixture is evenly combined and resembles wet sand.
- Form Crust Bases: Divide the Oreo crumb mixture evenly among the lined muffin cups, pressing firmly to create an even crust base in each liner.
- Prepare Cheesecake Filling: In a medium bowl, beat the softened cream cheese and sugar together until completely smooth and creamy. Then add the eggs one at a time, beating until fully incorporated. Stir in the vanilla extract. Add neon green food coloring a few drops at a time, mixing until you achieve a bright Grinchy green color.
- Fill Muffin Cups: Spoon approximately 1/4 cup of the cheesecake batter into each crust-lined muffin cup, distributing evenly for uniform cheesecakes.
- Bake: Place the muffin pan in the preheated oven and bake for 15 to 17 minutes. The centers of the cheesecakes should still be slightly jiggly when done.
- Cool and Chill: Remove the cheesecakes from the oven and allow them to cool completely in the pan. Once cooled, refrigerate them for at least 3 hours or until fully firm.
- Add Toppings and Serve: Before serving, optionally top each mini cheesecake with whipped cream and festive sprinkles for extra holiday cheer.
Notes
- Using room temperature cream cheese helps achieve a smooth batter without lumps.
- Don’t overbake; slight jiggle in the center ensures creamy texture after chilling.
- You can substitute Oreo crumbs with any chocolate cookie crumbs if preferred.
- The neon green food coloring can be adjusted to your desired shade of green.
- Store leftover mini cheesecakes covered in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- For a gluten-free version, use gluten-free chocolate cookie crumbs.
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