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Mini Christmas Cheesecake

Mini Christmas Cheesecake: Irresistibly Creamy Festive Treats

Mini Christmas Cheesecakes offer a creamy and festive treat perfect for holiday gatherings.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Chilling Time 4 hours
Total Time 4 hours 50 minutes
Servings: 12 cheesecakes
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: Christmas
Calories: 250

Ingredients
  

For the Crust
  • 24 pieces Oreo Cookies Use any chocolate cookie for a similar flavor.
  • 1/2 cup Butter Unsalted butter is preferred; margarine can be substituted.
For the Filling
  • 16 ounces Cream Cheese Softened cream cheese ensures easy blending; ricotta can be used as a substitute.
  • 3/4 cup Granulated Sugar Sugar can be reduced for a less sweet version or substituted with a sugar alternative.
  • 1/4 cup All-Purpose Flour Gluten-free flour can work as a substitute.
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract Homemade vanilla extract or another flavored extract can be used.
  • 1 tablespoon Lemon Zest Lime zest can be used as an alternative.
  • 1 cup Heavy Cream Whipping cream works well; plant-based cream for a dairy-free option can be used.
  • 2 large Eggs Flax eggs can be used for a vegan alternative.
  • 6 drops Red & Green Food Coloring Natural food colorings can be used if desired.
For Topping
  • 1 cup Whipped Cream Coconut whipped cream can be a great dairy-free version.
  • 1/4 cup Sprinkles Use any colorful sprinkles for visual appeal.

Equipment

  • food processor
  • Cupcake tray
  • Mixing bowl

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 150°C (300°F) to prepare for baking your delightful Mini Christmas Cheesecakes. Meanwhile, line a cupcake tray with casings to hold your individual cheesecakes.
  2. In a food processor, finely crush the Oreo cookies until they resemble sand. Combine these crumbs with melted butter until evenly mixed, then press the mixture firmly into the bottom of each cupcake casing.
  3. In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese until smooth. Gradually add the granulated sugar, all-purpose flour, and vanilla extract, mixing until well combined. Then, incorporate the eggs one at a time, ensuring a smooth texture.
  4. Divide the cheesecake filling into two bowls—one for red and one for green. Add drops of food coloring to each bowl and mix until vibrant colors are achieved.
  5. Spoon alternating amounts of the red and green filling into each cupcake casing, layering the colors to create a marbled effect. Use a toothpick or knife to swirl the colors together.
  6. Place the filled cupcake tray in the preheated oven for 20 minutes. Maintain moisture by placing a shallow pan of water on the lower rack while baking.
  7. Once baked, remove the tray from the oven and allow it to cool at room temperature. Transfer the Mini Christmas Cheesecakes to the refrigerator to chill for at least 4 hours.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cheesecakeCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 4gFat: 14gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 60mgFiber: 1gSugar: 20gVitamin A: 500IUCalcium: 40mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Ensure the cream cheese is at room temperature for smooth blending. Avoid overmixing to prevent air incorporation, which can create cracks as they bake.

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