Description
Celebrate the holiday spirit with these adorable Grinch Mini Cheesecakes, featuring a vibrant green color and smooth, creamy texture, perfect for festive gatherings.
Ingredients
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- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1 cup heavy cream
- Green food coloring
- Graham cracker crumbs
- Red fruit (like raspberries or strawberries) for topping
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 325°F (165°C) and grease a mini muffin tin.
- In a mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese, sugar, and vanilla extract together until smooth and creamy. Mix in the sour cream until fully combined.
- Add green food coloring until you achieve the desired hue. In a separate bowl, whip heavy cream until stiff peaks form and gently fold into the cheesecake mixture.
- Spoon graham cracker crumbs into the bottom of each muffin cup and press down gently. Fill each cup with the cheesecake mixture and bake for 15-20 minutes until set but slightly wobbly. Chill in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours to set completely.
Notes
Ensure all ingredients are at room temperature before mixing. Do not skip the chilling time; it helps develop flavors. Experiment with different fruit toppings for a delightful twist.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 mini cheesecake
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 13g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 30mg