Description
These festive mini cheesecakes are creamy, smooth, and unbelievably quick to make — no oven required. With a buttery cookie crust and a light, velvety cheesecake filling, they’re the perfect Christmas party dessert when you need something delicious, cute, and hassle-free. They chill fast, assemble easily, and look beautifully festive with colorful toppings.
Ingredients
For the Crust
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1 ½ cups (about 150 g) crushed graham crackers or digestive biscuits
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5 tbsp (about 70 g) melted butter
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2 tbsp granulated sugar
For the No-Bake Cheesecake Filling
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8 oz (225 g) cream cheese, softened
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1 cup (240 ml) heavy cream, cold
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½ cup (100 g) powdered sugar
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1 tsp vanilla extract
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Optional: 1 tbsp lemon juice for brightness
For Decorating (Choose Any)
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Christmas sprinkles
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Crushed candy canes
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Melted white or dark chocolate drizzle
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Whipped cream
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Mini gingerbread cookies
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Fresh berries
Instructions
1. Prepare the Crust
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In a bowl, mix crushed graham crackers, sugar, and melted butter until the texture resembles wet sand.
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Spoon 1–2 tbsp mixture into cupcake liners or silicone molds.
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Press firmly with a spoon or the bottom of a small glass to form a tight base.
2. Make the Cheesecake Filling
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Beat softened cream cheese until smooth and creamy.
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Add powdered sugar and vanilla; beat until well combined.
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In a separate bowl, whip the cold heavy cream until stiff peaks form.
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Fold whipped cream gently into the cream-cheese mixture until fluffy and uniform.
3. Assemble the Mini Cheesecakes
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Spoon the cheesecake filling over each crust layer, smoothing the tops with a spoon.
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Add sprinkles, crushed candy canes, or toppings of your choice.
4. Chill
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Refrigerate for at least 1 hour or freeze for 20 minutes if you need them ready quickly.
5. Serve
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Remove from molds or liners and serve chilled.
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Add whipped cream or extra decorations right before serving for the freshest look.
Notes
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A cold heavy cream is essential for a fluffy, stable filling.
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Do not overmix the folding step — this keeps the cheesecake airy.
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Use full-fat cream cheese for best texture and flavor.