Description
These Easter No-Bake Mini Cheesecakes are a delightful and festive dessert perfect for spring celebrations. Featuring a crunchy graham cracker crust and a creamy, smooth cream cheese filling, they’re topped with colorful Easter-themed candies and optional fresh berries. No baking required, making them easy and quick to prepare while still impressing your guests with their vibrant and delicious presentation.
Ingredients
Scale
Crust
- 1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs
- 1/4 cup sugar
- 6 tablespoons butter, melted
Filling
- 16 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup heavy cream, whipped
Toppings
- Easter-themed candies (such as mini chocolate eggs, jelly beans, or pastel sprinkles), to taste
- Fresh berries (optional), to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the crust: In a mixing bowl, combine the graham cracker crumbs, sugar, and melted butter until the mixture resembles wet sand. Press this mixture firmly into the bottom of mini cheesecake molds or muffin cups to form an even crust layer.
- Make the filling: Using a hand mixer or stand mixer, beat the softened cream cheese until smooth and creamy. Add in the powdered sugar and vanilla extract, mixing well to combine. Gently fold in the whipped heavy cream until the filling is light and fluffy.
- Assemble the cheesecakes: Spoon or pipe the cream cheese filling over the graham cracker crust in each mold, smoothing the tops with a spatula. Refrigerate the mini cheesecakes for at least 4 hours to allow them to set properly.
- Add toppings: Once set, decorate each mini cheesecake with a variety of Easter-themed candies and fresh berries if desired, for a festive and colorful finish.
- Serve and store: Serve chilled. Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days to maintain freshness.
Notes
- For a more colorful topping, use a variety of colored sprinkles or mini candy-coated chocolates to brighten your cheesecakes.
- If you prefer a richer and creamier topping, consider using whipped cream in place of whipped heavy cream.
- These mini cheesecakes should be kept refrigerated and will stay fresh for up to 3 days.
