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Grinch Mini Cheesecake

Grinch Mini Cheesecake
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The Grinch Mini Cheesecake is a quick, festive dessert featuring creamy cheesecake filling with a vibrant green color and a crunchy graham cracker crust. Perfectly portioned in mini sizes, it’s an easy-to-make holiday treat that captures seasonal cheer in every bite.

Ingredients

Cheesecake Filling

  • Cream Cheese – 16 oz (softened)
  • Granulated Sugar – 2/3 cup
  • Large Eggs – 2
  • Sour Cream – 1/2 cup
  • Vanilla Extract – 1 teaspoon
  • Green Food Coloring – a few drops (adjust for desired color)

Crust

  • Graham Cracker Crust – 1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs
  • Melted Butter – 6 tablespoons

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Crust: Crush graham crackers until fine and mix with melted butter to form the base. Press this mixture firmly into the bottoms of mini muffin tins or a mini cheesecake pan, ensuring an even layer that will hold together after baking.
  2. Mix the Filling: Beat softened cream cheese and sugar until smooth and creamy. Add eggs one at a time, followed by sour cream and vanilla extract. Finally, blend in green food coloring carefully, until your desired festive shade is reached.
  3. Assemble and Bake: Pour the green cheesecake filling evenly over each prepared crust. Bake in a preheated oven at 325°F (160°C) for about 15-20 minutes, or until the centers are just set but slightly jiggly to the touch.
  4. Chill and Set: Remove from oven and let cool to room temperature before transferring to the refrigerator. Chill for at least 2 hours, allowing the mini cheesecakes to fully set and flavors to meld beautifully.
  5. Add Toppings: Before serving, add your favorite holiday-inspired toppings like whipped cream, red sprinkles, or edible glitter to finish off your Grinch Mini Cheesecake with festive fun.

Notes

  • Let cream cheese and eggs come to room temperature for smoother batter and fewer lumps.
  • Combine ingredients just until smooth to avoid excess air that causes cracks.
  • Bake cheesecakes in a water bath or place a pan of water in the oven to create moisture for even cooking and prevent cracks.
  • Use gel food coloring for a vibrant green without altering texture or taste.
  • Chill thoroughly, preferably overnight, for best setting and easier cleanup.

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