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No-Bake Gingerbread Cheesecake Cups

No-Bake Gingerbread Cheesecake Cups: delicious 6-cup treat.

  • Author: Myar Nasser
  • Total Time: 1 hour 20 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings (6 cups) 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

No-Bake Gingerbread Cheesecake Cups: a festive, creamy, no-bake dessert with gingerbread-spiced cheesecake layered on a buttery graham crust. These bite-sized cups are perfect for Christmas parties, kid-friendly treats, and effortless holiday entertaining.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup graham cracker crumbs
  • 3 tbsp melted butter
  • 1 tbsp brown sugar
  • 1 cup cream cheese, softened
  • 1 cup whipped topping or whipped cream
  • 1/3 cup powdered sugar
  • 1/4 cup molasses
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 tsp ground ginger
  • 1 tsp cinnamon
  • 1/4 tsp nutmeg
  • 1/4 tsp cloves
  • Whipped cream for topping (optional)
  • Crushed gingerbread cookies for topping (optional)

Instructions

  1. In a bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and brown sugar. Mix until sandy.
  2. Spoon a layer of crumbs into the bottom of 6 small cups or jars and press lightly.
  3. In another bowl, beat cream cheese until smooth.
  4. Add powdered sugar, molasses, vanilla, ginger, cinnamon, nutmeg, and cloves. Mix well.
  5. Fold in whipped topping until creamy and fluffy.
  6. Pipe or spoon the gingerbread cheesecake mixture over the crust layer.
  7. Top with a swirl of whipped cream and crushed gingerbread cookies if desired.
  8. Chill at least 1 hour before serving for the best texture.

Notes

  • Use softened cream cheese for easy whisking and a smooth filling.
  • For a lighter version, substitute whipped topping with stabilized whipped cream.
  • This recipe can be made 1 day ahead; refrigerate until serving and add topping just before serving.
  • Crushed gingerbread cookies add extra crunch and flavor if desired.
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: No-Bake; Chill to set
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cup
  • Calories: Approximately 380 kcal
  • Sugar: Approximately 28 g
  • Sodium: Approximately 150 mg
  • Fat: Approximately 22 g
  • Saturated Fat: Approximately 12 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: Approximately 9 g
  • Trans Fat: 0 g
  • Carbohydrates: Approximately 42 g
  • Fiber: Approximately 1 g
  • Protein: Approximately 5 g
  • Cholesterol: Approximately 60 mg

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