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Grinch Cheesecakes

Adorably festive mini green cheesecakes with an Oreo crust and a red heart sprinkle, perfect for Christmas parties.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 18 minutes
Total Time 4 hours
Servings: 12 cheesecakes
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American, Holiday
Calories: 210
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Crust
  • 1.5 cups Oreo cookies crushed
  • 4 tbsp unsalted butter melted
Filling
  • 16 oz cream cheese room temperature
  • 0.5 cup granulated sugar
  • 0.25 cup sour cream
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 2 eggs large, room temp
  • 4-5 drops green gel food coloring
Topping
  • 1 cup whipped cream
  • 2 tbsp red heart sprinkles

Equipment

  • Muffin tin
  • Cupcake liners
  • Hand mixer or stand mixer
  • Food processor

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 325°F (163°C) and line a muffin tin with paper liners.
  2. Pulse Oreos into fine crumbs and mix with melted butter. Press into the bottom of liners and bake for 5 minutes.
  3. Beat cream cheese and sugar until smooth. Add sour cream and vanilla.
  4. Mix in eggs one at a time on low speed, then tint batter with green food coloring.
  5. Fill muffin cups 3/4 full and bake for 15-18 minutes until set but slightly jiggly.
  6. Cool completely, then chill in fridge for at least 2 hours.
  7. Top with whipped cream and a red heart sprinkle before serving.

Notes

Ensure all dairy ingredients are at room temperature to avoid lumps.