Description
As the vibrant colors of spring bloom around us, I can’t help but feel a wave of excitement for Easter. This year, I’m thrilled to share my recipe for Easter No-Bake Mini Cheesecakes. These delightful treats are not only creamy and delicious but also a quick solution for busy moms like us. With minimal effort, you can whip up a dessert that will impress your loved ones.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup graham cracker crumbs (about 8 crackers)
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
- 1 tablespoon sugar
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup heavy whipping cream, cold
- Mini chocolate eggs (Cadbury Mini Eggs, M&M’s, or jelly beans)
- Whipped cream
- Shredded coconut (optional, for a “nest” effect)
- Sprinkles
Instructions
- Prepare the Crust: In a bowl, mix graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and sugar until combined. Divide the mixture evenly into 12 cupcake liners in a muffin tin, pressing down firmly. Chill in the fridge while making the filling.
- Make the Cheesecake Filling: In a large bowl, beat cream cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla until smooth.
- Whip the Cream: In a separate bowl, beat cold heavy whipping cream until stiff peaks form (about 3–4 minutes). Gently fold the whipped cream into the cream cheese mixture.
- Assemble: Spoon or pipe the cheesecake filling onto the prepared crusts. Smooth the tops.
- Chill: Refrigerate for at least 3 hours (or overnight) until firm.
- Decorate & Serve: Top with mini chocolate eggs, whipped cream, sprinkles, or coconut before serving.
Notes
- For best results, use cold heavy whipping cream to achieve stiff peaks.
- These mini cheesecakes can be made a day in advance and stored in the refrigerator.
- Feel free to customize toppings based on your preference.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 mini cheesecake
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 50mg