Description
Indulge in the delightful flavors of the holiday season with our No-Bake Gingerbread Cheesecake Cups Recipe. These individual servings combine a creamy cheesecake filling infused with warm spices like ginger, cinnamon, and nutmeg, all atop a crunchy gingerbread cookie crust. Ideal for festive gatherings or cozy winter evenings, these cups are not only easy to prepare but also make for an impressive dessert that will leave your guests craving more. Perfectly portioned and topped with whipped cream and crushed gingerbread, they capture the essence of Christmas in every bite. Treat your family and friends to this enchanting dessert that requires no bakingβjust mix, layer, and chill!
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 cups crushed gingerbread cookies
- 1/4 cup melted unsalted butter
- 1 1/2 cups softened cream cheese
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon ground ginger
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
- 1 1/4 cups heavy cream (whipped)
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, combine crushed gingerbread cookies with melted butter until well mixed.
- Spoon two tablespoons of the crust mixture into each serving cup and press down gently.
- In another bowl, beat together cream cheese, powdered sugar, vanilla extract, ground ginger, cinnamon, nutmeg, and cloves until smooth.
- Gently fold in whipped cream until fully incorporated.
- Layer three tablespoons of cheesecake filling over each crust layer; repeat if desired.
- Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least two hours to allow flavors to meld.
- Before serving, top each cup with whipped cream, crushed gingerbread cookies, and a sprinkle of ground cinnamon.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: None
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-bake
- Cuisine: Holiday
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cheesecake cup (100g)
- Calories: 355
- Sugar: 24g
- Sodium: 156mg
- Fat: 27g
- Saturated Fat: 16g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 67mg
Keywords: For added flavor variations, consider incorporating lemon zest or using different types of cookie bases like chocolate or vanilla wafers. Ensure your cream cheese is at room temperature for a smoother texture in your cheesecake filling.
