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No-Bake Gingerbread Cheesecake Cups

Delightful No-Bake Gingerbread Cheesecake Cups for the Holidays

These No-Bake Gingerbread Cheesecake Cups are a delicious and festive dessert for the holidays.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Chilling Time 3 hours
Total Time 3 hours 30 minutes
Servings: 6 cups
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250

Ingredients
  

For the Crust
  • 15 cookies Gingerbread Cookies Substitute with graham crackers for a different flavor.
  • 6 tablespoons Unsalted Butter Coconut oil is a great dairy-free alternative.
For the Filling
  • 8 ounces Cream Cheese Use a vegan cream cheese for a dairy-free version.
  • 1/2 cup Powdered Sugar Coconut sugar is a less refined option.
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract Consider almond extract for a distinctive twist.
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Ginger Adjust to personal taste.
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Cinnamon Fresh spices can elevate the taste!
  • 1/4 teaspoon Ground Nutmeg Use sparingly as it's quite potent.
  • 1/4 teaspoon Ground Cloves Pair with cinnamon for a warm blend.
  • 1 cup Heavy Cream Coconut cream is a dairy-free alternative.
For Decoration
  • 1 cup Whipped Cream Optional if you prefer a lighter finish.
  • 1/2 cup Crushed Gingerbread Cookies Try crushed peppermint candies for a fun twist.
  • 6 cookies Mini Gingerbread Men Cookies Optional if you want to keep it simple.
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Cinnamon Optional garnish to enhance flavor and appearance.

Equipment

  • Mixing bowls
  • Electric mixer
  • Spatula
  • Piping Bag
  • Serving cups

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for No-Bake Gingerbread Cheesecake Cups
  1. In a medium bowl, combine crushed gingerbread cookies and melted unsalted butter until the mixture resembles wet sand. Spoon the mixture evenly into the bottom of serving cups, forming a firm crust. Set aside.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, beat softened cream cheese and powdered sugar until smooth and creamy. Add in vanilla extract and ground spices, mixing until well incorporated. Gently fold in the whipped heavy cream.
  3. Carefully spoon or pipe the creamy cheesecake filling over the crust in each cup, smoothing the tops with a spatula. Fill each cup nearly to the top, leaving a little space for decorations.
  4. Cover the cups with plastic wrap and refrigerate for 2-3 hours to allow the filling to set and flavors to meld.
  5. Once set, add a dollop of whipped cream on top, sprinkle with crushed gingerbread cookies, and add mini gingerbread men. Dust lightly with ground cinnamon and serve chilled.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 28gProtein: 4gFat: 14gSaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 180mgPotassium: 100mgFiber: 1gSugar: 18gVitamin A: 300IUCalcium: 60mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Ensure cream cheese is at room temperature for easier mixing. Allow enough chilling time for best results. Customize spices to your liking and present creatively.

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