Description
A delightful no-bake dessert that captures the essence of the holiday season with creamy filling and a buttery crust.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup crushed graham crackers
- 1/4 cup melted butter
- 1/4 cup sugar
- 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup heavy cream
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, combine crushed graham crackers, melted butter, and sugar until crumbly. Press into the bottom of lined muffin tins or mini cheesecake pans.
- In a separate bowl, beat cream cheese with powdered sugar and vanilla extract until smooth. Gradually add heavy cream, beating until stiff peaks form.
- Gently fold the whipped cream into the cream cheese mixture until fully combined. Spoon or pipe filling into the crusts.
- Chill in the fridge for at least 4 hours or overnight to allow flavors to meld.
- Before serving, garnish with whipped cream, fresh berries, or a drizzle of chocolate or caramel sauce.
Notes
Use Greek yogurt as a healthier alternative for cream cheese if desired. Flavor variations can include peppermint extract or seasonal fruits.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 mini cheesecake
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: cheesecake, no-bake dessert, holiday treats, Christmas dessert, easy recipes