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No-Bake Gingerbread Cheesecake Cups

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Create these creamy, spiced No-Bake Gingerbread Cheesecake Cups for an easy and elegant holiday dessert. These individual servings feature a warm gingerbread flavor profile and require no oven time, making them perfect for festive gatherings.

Ingredients

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  • 1 1/2 cups gingerbread cookie crumbs
  • 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
  • 16 oz cream cheese, softened
  • 1/2 cup powdered sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • Pinch of ground cloves
  • 1/2 cup heavy whipping cream, cold
  • Optional topping: Whipped cream, ground cinnamon, or mini gingerbread men

Instructions

  1. Prepare the crust: In a small bowl, mix the gingerbread cookie crumbs and melted butter until fully combined.
  2. Press about 1 tablespoon of the crumb mixture firmly into the bottom of 12 standard muffin cups lined with paper liners. Place the cups in the freezer while you prepare the filling.
  3. Make the cheesecake filling: In a large bowl, beat the softened cream cheese until smooth. Add the powdered sugar, vanilla extract, ground ginger, cinnamon, and cloves. Beat until the mixture is fully incorporated and creamy.
  4. In a separate, clean bowl, whip the cold heavy whipping cream until stiff peaks form. Gently fold the whipped cream into the cream cheese mixture until just combined. Do not overmix.
  5. Spoon or pipe the cheesecake filling evenly over the chilled crusts in the muffin cups.
  6. Chill the cheesecake cups in the refrigerator for at least 4 hours, or until firm. For best results, chill overnight.
  7. Before serving, top each cup with a dollop of whipped cream, a light dusting of cinnamon, or a small gingerbread decoration.

Notes

  • For an extra festive touch, use ginger snap cookies instead of standard gingerbread cookies for the crust.
  • You can make these **make ahead holiday desserts** up to two days in advance; keep them covered in the refrigerator.
  • If you prefer a slightly tangier filling, add 1 tablespoon of lemon juice to the cream cheese mixture.

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