No-Bake Gingerbread Cheesecake Cups Recipe
If you want a festive, creamy and easy dessert, this No-Bake Gingerbread Cheesecake Cups Recipe is perfect.
Ingredients
Crust:
- 1 1/2 cups gingerbread cookies crumbled
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter melted
Filling:
- 8 oz cream cheese softened
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
- 1 cup whipped cream
Topping:
- Whipped cream
- Grated gingerbread crumbs or cinnamon
- Optional: molasses drizzle
Instructions
Prepare Crust
- Mix crumbled gingerbread cookies with melted butter. Press mixture into the bottom of each serving cup.
Make Cheesecake Filling
- In a bowl, beat cream cheese, powdered sugar, vanilla, cinnamon and ginger until smooth.
Fold in Whipped Cream
- Gently fold in whipped cream for a light texture.
Assemble Cups
- Spoon filling over the crust in each cup, smoothing the top.
Chill
- Refrigerate for at least 2 hours to set.
Add Toppings
- Before serving, top with whipped cream and sprinkle with gingerbread crumbs or cinnamon. Drizzle molasses if desired.
Notes
- Use graham crackers instead of gingerbread cookies for a milder flavor
- Add finely chopped crystallized ginger to filling for extra spice
- Make mini cups in shot glasses for party appetizers
- Top with caramel sauce or chocolate shavings for extra richness
- Use dairy-free cream cheese and whipped topping for a vegan version
- Chill overnight for best flavor and texture