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Peppermint Crunch Mini Cheesecakes

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Peppermint Crunch Mini Cheesecakes are bite-sized treats combining creamy cheesecake with a refreshing peppermint flavor, topped with crunchy peppermint bits for a festive holiday dessert. These are easy to make and perfect for any celebration.

Ingredients

  1. For the crust:
    1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs
    1/4 cup sugar
    1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
    1/4 teaspoon peppermint extract (optional)
    For the filling:
    16 oz cream cheese, softened
    1/2 cup powdered sugar
    1 teaspoon vanilla extract
    1/4 teaspoon peppermint extract
    2 large eggs
    1/2 cup sour cream
    1/4 cup heavy cream
    1/2 cup crushed peppermint candies or peppermint crunch baking bits (plus extra for garnish)
    For the topping (optional):
    Whipped cream
    Crushed peppermint candies
    Chocolate shavings or chips

Instructions

Prepare the crust: Preheat the oven to 325°F (163°C). Line a muffin tin with cupcake liners or grease the tin. Combine graham cracker crumbs, sugar, melted butter, and peppermint extract. Press the mixture into each cupcake liner. Bake for 5-7 minutes, then cool.

  1. Prepare the filling: Beat cream cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth. Add peppermint extract and mix. Add eggs one at a time, then mix in sour cream and heavy cream until smooth. Fold in crushed peppermint candies.
  2. Assemble the cheesecakes: Spoon the filling into the muffin tin over the crusts. Bake for 18-22 minutes, or until the centers are set but slightly jiggly. Cool in the oven for 1 hour, then chill in the fridge for at least 3 hours.
  3. Top and serve: Top with whipped cream, crushed peppermint candies, and chocolate shavings. Serve chilled.

Notes

  1. For a chocolatey twist, use an Oreo crust or add chocolate chips to the filling.
  2. These cheesecakes taste even better after chilling overnight.
  3. Top with mini candy canes for extra festive flair.

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