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Gnome Mini Cheesecakes

Gnome Mini Cheesecakes: Adorable Treats for Your Party

Delight in Gnome Mini Cheesecakes, charming little desserts that bring festive joy to your gatherings.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Chilling Time 2 hours
Total Time 2 hours 35 minutes
Servings: 12 cheesecakes
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 200
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Crust
  • 1 cup Graham Cracker Crumbs or gluten-free graham crackers or vanilla wafers
  • 2 tablespoons Granulated Sugar
  • 1/4 cup Butter (melted) coconut oil for dairy-free option
Filling
  • 16 ounces Cream Cheese Neufchâtel for lighter version
  • 1/2 cup Granulated Sugar for filling
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract classic version recommended
  • 2 large Eggs no substitutes unless no-bake version
  • 1/2 cup Sour Cream or Greek Yogurt for creaminess and tang
Toppings
  • 1 cup Whipped Cream for decoration
  • 1 cup Fresh Strawberries for hats
  • 1/2 cup Candies for noses

Equipment

  • Muffin tin
  • Electric mixer
  • Cupcake liners
  • Mixing bowls

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat oven to 325°F (160°C) and line a muffin tin with cupcake liners.
  2. In a bowl, mix graham cracker crumbs, sugar, and melted butter.
  3. Press mixture into muffin cups to form the crust.
  4. Bake for 5 minutes until golden, then cool slightly.
  5. Beat cream cheese until smooth, then mix in sugar and vanilla.
  6. Add eggs one at a time, mixing on low speed after each addition. Fold in sour cream or yogurt.
  7. Spoon cheesecake batter into muffin cups, filling ¾ full.
  8. Bake for 18-20 minutes until edges are set and centers jiggle slightly.
  9. Cool in the oven for 10 minutes, then transfer to a rack and refrigerate for at least 2 hours.
  10. Decorate with whipped cream, fresh strawberries, and candies.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cheesecakeCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 24gProtein: 3gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 100mgFiber: 1gSugar: 12gVitamin A: 300IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 40mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

For best results, refrigerate cheesecakes for at least 2 hours before serving. Use creativity for decoration!

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