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Mini Egg Cheesecakes are the perfect dessert treat!

Mini Egg Cheesecakes are the Perfect Dessert Treat for Easter

Mini Egg Cheesecakes are the perfect dessert treat that combines delightful flavors and textures for any gathering.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Chilling Time 3 hours
Total Time 3 hours 30 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

For the Crust
  • 200 g digestive biscuits Substitute with graham crackers for a different flavor.
  • 100 g unsalted butter Can use coconut oil as a dairy-free alternative.
For the Filling
  • 360 g Cadbury Mini Eggs (chopped) Optional to use other seasonal chocolates for variation.
  • 300 ml double cream Use heavy cream as a substitute if double cream is unavailable.
  • 100 g icing sugar Can substitute with powdered erythritol for a low-calorie option.
  • 400 g full-fat Philadelphia cream cheese Alternative options include mascarpone cheese or dairy-free cream cheese for a vegan version.
  • 1 tbsp lemon juice Use lime juice as an alternative if desired.
For the Decor and Topping
  • extra Cadbury Mini Eggs (for decoration) Use crushed chocolate or fruit as a decorative element.
  • whipped cream Swap for coconut whipped cream for a dairy-free version.

Equipment

  • Food processor
  • Electric mixer
  • 9-inch springform tin
  • Measuring cups
  • Spatula

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Begin by crushing 200g of digestive biscuits into fine crumbs using a food processor or a rolling pin. Melt 100g of unsalted butter and mix it with the biscuit crumbs until fully combined. Press the mixture firmly into the base of a 9-inch springform tin using the back of a measuring cup. Chill the crust in the refrigerator for about 30 minutes to set while preparing the filling.
  2. While the crust is chilling, take 360g of Cadbury Mini Eggs and coarsely chop them into small pieces. Set the chopped Mini Eggs aside in a bowl.
  3. In a mixing bowl, pour 300ml of double cream and begin whipping it using an electric mixer. Continue until soft peaks form, about 3-4 minutes. Reserve a portion for topping later, and set the remainder aside for the filling.
  4. In a large bowl, combine 400g of full-fat cream cheese, 100g of icing sugar, and the juice of one lemon. Mix until smooth and creamy, then gently fold in the whipped cream and chopped Mini Eggs until well incorporated.
  5. Once the crust has chilled, carefully spoon the cheesecake filling onto the biscuit base. Smooth the top, cover with plastic wrap, and chill for at least 3 hours.
  6. After the cheesecakes have set, remove them from the springform tin. Top with reserved whipped cream and decorate with any remaining chopped Cadbury Mini Eggs. Serve chilled.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 5gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 15gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 20gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 80mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Chill overnight for best flavor and texture. Use a warm, sharp knife to slice the cheesecake for clean cuts.

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