Description
Delightful mini cheesecakes with a vibrant green hue and a burst of sweetness, perfect for the holidays. These fun desserts are sure to bring joy to any gathering!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 and 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs
- 1/3 cup melted butter
- 16 ounces softened cream cheese
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Green food coloring
- Mint extract (optional)
Instructions
- In a bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs with melted butter and mix until evenly coated.
- Press the mixture into the bottom of mini cheesecake cups or a muffin tin lined with cupcake liners.
- In a large mixing bowl, beat cream cheese until smooth. Gradually add powdered sugar while mixing well.
- Add vanilla extract and mint extract if desired, then mix in a few drops of green food coloring.
- Spoon the cheesecake mixture into each cup over the crust, filling them about three-quarters full.
- Refrigerate for at least 2-4 hours, or until set.
- Once set, pop them out of the muffin tin and serve chilled, optionally topping with whipped cream or festive sprinkles.
Notes
Ensure cream cheese is at room temperature for a smooth filling. They can be made ahead of time and freeze well.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Chilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 mini cheesecake
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
Keywords: cheesecake, dessert, holiday, mini cheescakes, festive desserts