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Grinch Mini Cheesecakes

Grinch Mini Cheesecakes for a Colorful Holiday Delight

A festive and fun take on classic dessert, these Grinch Mini Cheesecakes are perfect for holiday gatherings with their vibrant color and delicious flavor.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 17 minutes
Cooling Time 15 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 2 minutes
Servings: 12 mini cheesecakes
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 200
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cheesecake Filling
  • 16 oz cream cheese softened
  • 1/2 cup sugar or sugar alternative
  • 2 large eggs room temperature
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla pure vanilla extract recommended
  • 1 bottle neon green food coloring adjust for desired color intensity
For the Crust
  • 10-11 cookies Oreo crumbs or substitute with graham cracker crumbs
  • 4 tablespoons butter melted, use unsalted

Equipment

  • Cupcake pan
  • Food Processor
  • Mixing bowl
  • Electric mixer

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a cupcake pan with cupcake liners.
  2. Pulse Oreo cookies in a food processor until fine crumbs form. Combine with melted butter in a bowl.
  3. Press the crumb mixture evenly into each cupcake liner using a spoon or fingers.
  4. Beat softened cream cheese with sugar until smooth and creamy, about 2-3 minutes.
  5. Add room temperature eggs and vanilla extract, beating until fully combined, about 1-2 minutes.
  6. Mix in neon green food coloring until the desired hue is achieved.
  7. Fill the cupcake liners with approximately 1/4 cup of the cheesecake filling.
  8. Bake in preheated oven for 15-17 minutes until slightly jiggly in the center.
  9. Cool in the pan for 10-15 minutes, then refrigerate for at least 2 hours.
  10. Optionally, top with whipped cream and holiday sprinkles before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1mini cheesecakeCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 22gProtein: 3gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 180mgPotassium: 50mgFiber: 1gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 500IUCalcium: 30mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Ensure cream cheese is fully softened to avoid lumps. Adjust baking time to avoid overbaking for a creamy finish.

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