Grinch Mini Cheesecakes (Print Version)

Neon green mini cheesecakes with Oreo crust, creamy filling, and festive toppings perfect for holiday gatherings.

# What You'll Need:

→ Crust

01 - 1 cup Oreo cookie crumbs (approx. 10–11 cookies)
02 - 2 1/2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted

→ Cheesecake Filling

03 - 16 ounces cream cheese, softened
04 - 1/2 cup granulated sugar
05 - 2 large eggs
06 - 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
07 - Neon green gel food coloring, to desired shade

→ Optional Toppings

08 - Whipped cream
09 - Festive or red heart sprinkles

# How to Make It:

01 - Preheat oven to 350°F. Line a 12-cup muffin pan with paper liners.
02 - Pulse Oreo cookies to fine crumbs in a food processor. Add melted butter and pulse until mixture resembles wet sand.
03 - Divide crumb mixture evenly among liners, about 1 tablespoon per cup, pressing down firmly to form crusts.
04 - Beat softened cream cheese and sugar with an electric mixer until smooth and creamy.
05 - Add eggs one at a time, mixing on low after each addition. Stir in vanilla extract.
06 - Gradually mix in neon green gel food coloring until desired vibrant shade is achieved.
07 - Spoon approximately 1/4 cup cheesecake batter into each liner, filling nearly to the top.
08 - Bake for 15 to 17 minutes until centers are mostly set but slightly jiggly.
09 - Remove from oven, cool completely in pan, then refrigerate for at least 2 hours until firm.
10 - Top with whipped cream and festive or red heart sprinkles if desired before serving.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • Fun and festive neon green mini cheesecakes
  • Perfectly sized and irresistibly creamy
02 -
  • Use gel food coloring for best vibrant green color
  • Oreo cookies can be swapped with chocolate graham crackers for a slightly different crust
03 -
  • Press crust firmly to ensure it holds together well
  • Do not overbake to keep a creamy texture
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