Description
Indulge in the festive flavors of No-Bake Gingerbread Cheesecake Cups, a delightful dessert that combines creamy cheesecake with the warm spices of gingerbread. Perfect for holiday gatherings or a sweet treat for yourself, these individual cups offer an elegant presentation and are incredibly easy to prepare. Enjoy the rich, spiced goodness without turning on the oven!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup graham cracker crumbs
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter, melted
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 1 tsp ground ginger
- 1 tsp cinnamon
- 1 cup whipped topping
- 2 tbsp molasses
- 1/2 tsp pumpkin pie spice (optional)
- Mini gingerbread cookies (for garnish)
Instructions
- Create the crust by mixing graham cracker crumbs and melted butter until combined. Press into serving cups.
- In a separate bowl, beat cream cheese until smooth. Gradually add powdered sugar, ginger, cinnamon, and molasses until fluffy.
- Gently fold in whipped topping until well incorporated.
- Layer about two tablespoons of the crust followed by three tablespoons of cheesecake filling in each cup.
- Chill in the refrigerator for at least four hours or overnight.
- Before serving, decorate with mini gingerbread cookies and additional whipped topping if desired.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: N/A
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cheesecake cup (100g)
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: For a chocolate twist, substitute graham crackers with chocolate cookies. Allowing the cups to chill overnight enhances flavor and texture.