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No-Bake Gingerbread Cheesecake Cups

No-Bake Gingerbread Cheesecake Cups for Cozy Holiday Indulgence

Delight in these No-Bake Gingerbread Cheesecake Cups, perfect for holiday gatherings and easy to prepare.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Chilling Time 3 hours
Total Time 3 hours 30 minutes
Servings: 6 cups
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250

Ingredients
  

For the Crust
  • 10 cookies Gingerbread Cookies Crushed; gluten-free for a gluten-free option.
  • 4 tablespoons Unsalted Butter Melted; substitute with coconut oil for dairy-free.
For the Cheesecake Filling
  • 8 ounces Cream Cheese Softened.
  • 1 cup Powdered Sugar Granulated sugar can be used for a different texture.
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract Pure extract for best flavor.
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Ginger Fresh ginger paste can be used for a more intense taste.
  • 0.5 teaspoon Ground Cinnamon Adjust according to taste.
  • 0.25 teaspoon Ground Nutmeg Can be omitted if preferred.
  • 0.25 teaspoon Ground Cloves Optional.
  • 1 cup Heavy Cream Whipped to stiff peaks; can substitute with whipped coconut cream.
For Decoration
  • 1 cup Whipped Cream Optional for topping.
  • 4 cookies Crushed Gingerbread Cookies For sprinkling on top.
  • 6 cookies Mini Gingerbread Men Cookies Optional for decoration.
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Cinnamon For dusting.

Equipment

  • mixing bowl
  • electric mixer
  • spatula
  • serving cups or ramekins

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. In a medium bowl, combine crushed gingerbread cookies and melted butter, mixing until fully coated. Press mixture into the bottom of serving cups to form a crust.
  2. In a large bowl, beat the softened cream cheese and powdered sugar until smooth. Add vanilla, ground ginger, cinnamon, nutmeg, and cloves, blending until combined.
  3. In a separate bowl, whip the heavy cream until stiff peaks form, then gently fold it into the cheesecake mixture.
  4. Spoon or pipe the filling into cups over the crust, smoothing the tops.
  5. Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate for 2-3 hours until firm.
  6. Remove from refrigerator, top with whipped cream, sprinkle crushed gingerbread, and garnish with mini gingerbread cookies and ground cinnamon.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 32gProtein: 3gFat: 14gSaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 160mgPotassium: 120mgFiber: 1gSugar: 15gVitamin A: 5IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 4mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For best results, ensure cream cheese is at room temperature for easy mixing and gentle folding of the whipped cream to maintain lightness. Chill adequately for best flavor and texture.

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