Irresistible No-Bake Peppermint Cheesecake Bites Recipe
Creamy, minty, and topped with crunchy crushed candy canes, these no-bake peppermint cheesecake bites are the perfect festive treat for the holidays.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 2 hours 20 minutes
- Yield: 24 bites 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 ½ cups graham cracker crumbs
- 6 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
- 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
- ½ cup powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ½ teaspoon peppermint extract
- ¾ cup heavy cream
- Crushed candy canes
Instructions
- Prepare the crust: In a mixing bowl, combine 1 ½ cups graham cracker crumbs and 6 tablespoons melted unsalted butter. Mix until the texture resembles wet sand.
- Form the crust: Scoop 1 tablespoon of the crumb mixture into each mini muffin cup. Press it firmly into the bottom to create a crust layer. Chill in the refrigerator while you make the filling.
- Make the filling: In a large bowl, beat 8 ounces of softened cream cheese and ½ cup powdered sugar until smooth and creamy. Add 1 teaspoon vanilla extract and ½ teaspoon peppermint extract, mixing well.
- Whip the cream: In a separate bowl, whip ¾ cup heavy cream until stiff peaks form. Gently fold the whipped cream into the cream cheese mixture until fully combined.
- Assemble the bites: Spoon the filling onto the prepared crusts, smoothing the tops with a spatula. Sprinkle crushed candy canes on top for a festive finish.
- Chill: Refrigerate for at least 2 hours or until firm. For quicker setting, place them in the freezer for 30-40 minutes.
- Serve: Gently pop the bites out of the muffin tin and serve chilled. Enjoy!
Notes
[‘Make sure the cream cheese is fully softened to avoid lumps in the filling.’, ‘Whipping the heavy cream separately ensures a light and airy texture in the final filling.’, ‘Don’t rush the chilling process—this allows the filling to set and the flavors to meld.’, ‘Crush the candy canes just before using to keep them crunchy and fresh.’, ‘Taste the filling after adding peppermint extract—start small and adjust to your liking.’]
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bite
- Calories: 120
- Fat: 8
- Carbohydrates: 10
- Protein: 2
Keywords: peppermint, cheesecake, no-bake, holiday dessert, Christmas treat, festive dessert