Save Impress all of the Whos at your Christmas party with these fun and festive neon green mini cheesecakes—perfectly sized, irresistibly creamy, and bursting with holiday cheer!
This is a favorite at our holiday gatherings and always brings smiles to everyone's faces.
Ingredients
- Crust: 1 cup Oreo cookie crumbs (about 10–11 cookies), 2 1/2 tbsp unsalted butter, melted
- Cheesecake Filling: 16 oz (2 packages) cream cheese, softened, 1/2 cup granulated sugar, 2 large eggs, 1 tsp vanilla extract, Neon green food coloring (gel recommended)
- Optional Toppings: Whipped cream, Festive sprinkles or red heart sprinkles (for the true Grinch look)
Instructions
- Step 1:
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a standard 12-cup muffin pan with paper liners.
- Step 2:
- Prepare the crust: In a food processor, pulse Oreo cookies to fine crumbs. Add melted butter and pulse again until the mixture resembles wet sand.
- Step 3:
- Divide the crumb mixture evenly among the liners (about 1 tablespoon per cup) and press down firmly with the back of a spoon or a small glass.
- Step 4:
- In a medium bowl, beat softened cream cheese and sugar with an electric mixer until smooth and creamy.
- Step 5:
- Add eggs one at a time, beating on low after each addition, then mix in vanilla extract.
- Step 6:
- Add neon green food coloring, a little at a time, until your desired Grinchy shade is reached.
- Step 7:
- Spoon about 1/4 cup cheesecake batter into each liner, filling them almost to the top.
- Step 8:
- Bake for 1517 minutes, until the centers are mostly set but still slightly jiggly.
- Step 9:
- Remove from oven and cool completely in the pan. Then refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or until firm.
- Step 10:
- Before serving, top with whipped cream and festive sprinkles if desired.
Save These mini cheesecakes have become a tradition my whole family looks forward to every year.
Notes
For a classic Grinch look, use a single large red heart sprinkle on each cheesecake. Oreo cookies can be replaced with chocolate graham crackers for a slightly different crust.
Required Tools
12-cup standard muffin pan, Paper cupcake liners, Food processor, Mixing bowls, Electric mixer, Measuring cups and spoons
Allergen Information
Contains dairy (cream cheese, butter) eggs and wheat (Oreos). Double-check labels for possible nut or soy traces if allergies are a concern.
Save Enjoy these festive treats as a standout holiday dessert that delights everyone at your party.
Recipe FAQ
- → What ingredients create the crust for these mini cheesecakes?
The crust is made from Oreo cookie crumbs combined with melted unsalted butter for a rich, crumbly base.
- → How is the neon green color achieved in the cheesecake filling?
Neon green gel food coloring is added gradually to the cream cheese mixture until the desired vibrant shade is reached.
- → What is the recommended baking time and temperature?
Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 15 to 17 minutes until the centers are mostly set but still slightly jiggly.
- → Can these cheesecakes be prepared ahead of time?
Yes, they can be made 1–2 days in advance and stored refrigerated to maintain freshness.
- → What finishing touches enhance the presentation?
Before serving, top with whipped cream and festive sprinkles or a single large red heart sprinkle for a classic Grinch look.