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A close-up of several Christmas cheesecake bites, showing the creamy green filling and Oreo cookie crust.

Grinch Mini Cheesecakes (The Best Festive Recipe!)

These Grinch Mini Cheesecakes feature a rich Oreo crust, a vibrant green cheesecake filling, and a classic red heart. They are the perfect easy, festive dessert for any Christmas or holiday party.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 12 mini cheesecakes
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 295
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Oreo Crust
  • 16 Oreo cookies Regular Oreos, not Double Stuf.
  • 4 tbsp unsalted butter Melted.
For the Cheesecake Filling
  • 16 oz cream cheese Full-fat, block style, softened to room temperature.
  • 3/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 large egg Room temperature.
  • 1/4 cup sour cream Room temperature.
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1/2 tsp green gel food coloring Or as needed.
  • 12 red heart sprinkles For decoration.

Equipment

  • 1 12-cup muffin tin
  • 1 Electric mixer
  • 1 Food processor Optional, for crushing cookies.

Instructions
 

Instructions
  1. Preheat oven to 325°F (163°C). Line a 12-cup standard muffin tin with paper liners.
  2. In a food processor, pulse the Oreo cookies into a fine crumb. In a bowl, combine the Oreo crumbs with the melted butter.
  3. Press about 1 tablespoon of the crust mixture into the bottom of each liner. Bake for 5 minutes. Set aside to cool.
  4. In a large bowl, beat the softened cream cheese with an electric mixer until smooth. Gradually add the sugar and beat until combined.
  5. Add the egg, sour cream, and vanilla extract. Mix on low speed just until incorporated. Stir in the green gel food coloring.
  6. Divide the filling evenly among the prepared crusts. Bake for 22-25 minutes, or until the centers are almost set.
  7. Turn off the oven and let the cheesecakes cool inside with the oven door slightly ajar for 1 hour. Then, cool completely at room temperature.
  8. Refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight. Before serving, top each cheesecake with a red heart sprinkle.

Notes

Ensure all cold ingredients (cream cheese, egg, sour cream) are at room temperature for a smooth, lump-free filling.
Do not overmix the batter after adding the egg to prevent cracks.
The gradual cooling process is essential for perfect, crack-free tops.