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Gnome Mini Cheesecakes

Gnome Mini Cheesecakes That Bring Holiday Cheer to Your Table

Delight in Gnome Mini Cheesecakes, whimsical desserts perfect for holiday gatherings, combining creamy goodness in a buttery crust.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Chilling Time 2 hours
Total Time 2 hours 55 minutes
Servings: 12 cheesecakes
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: Holiday
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Crust
  • 1 1/2 cups Graham Cracker Crumbs or gluten-free graham crackers
  • 2 tablespoons Granulated Sugar
  • 6 tablespoons Unsalted Butter (melted)
For the Filling
  • 16 ounces Cream Cheese at room temperature
  • 1/2 cup Granulated Sugar (for filling)
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract
  • 2 large Eggs added one at a time
  • 1/2 cup Sour Cream or Greek Yogurt plain yogurt can be substituted
For the Decoration
  • 1 cup Whipped Cream for the gnome's beard
  • 12 medium Strawberries trimmed tops for hats
  • 1/2 cup Mini White Chocolate Chips or Candy Pearls for noses
  • powdered sugar for dusting optional

Equipment

  • muffin tin
  • Mixing Bowls
  • piping bag

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 325°F (160°C) and line a muffin tin with cupcake liners.
  2. Combine graham cracker crumbs, granulated sugar, and melted butter in a bowl and mix until resembling wet sand. Press into the bottom of cupcake liners.
  3. Bake for about 5 minutes until set, then allow to cool while preparing the filling.
  4. Beat cream cheese until smooth, then mix in granulated sugar and vanilla until fluffy.
  5. Add eggs one at a time, mixing gently, then fold in sour cream or Greek yogurt until creamy.
  6. Divide filling among crusts, filling each about three-quarters full.
  7. Bake for 18-20 minutes until edges are set and centers are slightly jiggly, then cool in the oven for 10 minutes.
  8. Refrigerate for at least 2 hours until fully chilled.
  9. Decorate with whipped cream for beards, strawberries for hats, and chocolate chips for noses.
  10. Dust with powdered sugar before serving and enjoy!

Nutrition

Serving: 1cheesecakeCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 4gFat: 13gSaturated Fat: 8gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 100mgFiber: 1gSugar: 15gVitamin A: 100IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

These Gnome Mini Cheesecakes are make-ahead friendly, perfect for holiday gatherings and absolutely delightful to behold.

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