Grinch Mini Cheesecakes Recipe
These Grinch Mini Cheesecakes are a festive, fun treat perfect for holiday celebrations. Featuring a rich and creamy neon green cheesecake filling atop a crunchy Oreo crust, these bite-sized cheesecakes capture the playful spirit of the Grinch with their vibrant color and delightful flavor. Easy to make and sure to impress, they are ideal for parties or a whimsical dessert anytime.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 17 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 30 minutes (including cooling and chilling time)
- Yield: 12 mini cheesecakes 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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Crust
- 1 cup Oreo Crumbs
- 2 1/2 tbsp Butter, Melted
Cheesecake Filling
- 2 (8 oz) Cream Cheese, Softened
- 1/2 cup Sugar
- 2 Eggs
- 1 tsp Vanilla Extract
- Neon Green Food Coloring, to desired color
Topping (Optional)
- Whipped Cream
- Sprinkles
Instructions
- Preheat and Prepare Pan: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a cupcake pan with liners to ensure easy removal of the mini cheesecakes.
- Make the Crust: Pulse about 10-11 Oreo cookies in a food processor until they form fine crumbs. Add the melted butter and pulse again to combine thoroughly.
- Press Crust into Liners: Evenly divide the Oreo crust mixture between each cupcake liner. Press the crumbs down firmly to create a solid base layer for the cheesecakes.
- Prepare Cheesecake Batter: In a medium-sized bowl, beat softened cream cheese and sugar together until the mixture is smooth and creamy. Then, beat in the eggs one at a time and add in vanilla extract to enhance flavor.
- Add Color: Mix in neon green food coloring gradually until you achieve the signature vibrant ‘Grinch’ color you desire for your cheesecake filling.
- Fill Liners: Spoon about 1/4 cup of the neon green cheesecake mixture into each cupcake liner, distributing the batter evenly over the Oreo crusts.
- Bake: Bake the mini cheesecakes at 350°F for 15-17 minutes. The centers should remain slightly jiggly when you gently shake the pan, indicating they are perfectly baked.
- Cool and Chill: Remove the pan from the oven and allow the cheesecakes to cool completely on a wire rack. Once cooled, refrigerate the cheesecakes until they are firm and fully set.
- Add Toppings and Serve: Optionally, top each mini cheesecake with whipped cream and sprinkles for a festive touch before serving.
Notes
- Ensure cream cheese is fully softened to avoid lumps in the cheesecake batter.
- Do not overbake; the center should be slightly jiggly to maintain creamy texture.
- Use neon green food coloring carefully to achieve the perfect Grinch hue without altering flavor.
- These cheesecakes can be made a day ahead and stored in the refrigerator.
- For easier crust preparation, use pre-made Oreo crumbs if preferred.
- Let cheesecakes come to room temperature for a few minutes before serving to enhance texture.
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