No Bake Grinch Christmas Cheesecake
A festive and easy-to-make dessert, the No Bake Grinch Christmas Cheesecake features a creamy green cheesecake filling on a graham cracker crust, topped with a red heart-shaped decoration, perfect for spreading holiday cheer.
Ingredients
For the Crust:
- 1 ½ cups of crushed graham crackers
- ¼ cup sugar
- ¼ cup unsalted butter melted
For the Cheesecake Filling:
- 16 oz 2 packages cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 tsp peppermint extract
- 1 ½ cups sour cream
- ½ cup green food coloring preferably gel
For the Topping:
- Red sprinkles or red hot candies
- Mini chocolate chips optional
Instructions
Step 1: Prepare the Crust
- In a medium-sized bowl, mix together crushed graham crackers and sugar.
- Add the melted butter and stir until the mixture resembles wet sand.
- Press the mixture firmly into the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan to form the crust.
- Chill the crust in the fridge for 15-20 minutes to set while you make the filling.
Step 2: Make the Cheesecake Filling
- In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese until smooth and creamy.
- Add powdered sugar, vanilla extract, and peppermint extract, and beat until fully combined.
- In a separate bowl, whip the heavy cream until stiff peaks form, then fold it into the cream cheese mixture gently.
- Add sour cream and green food coloring, mixing until the desired Grinch green color is achieved.
Step 3: Assemble the Cheesecake
- Pour the cheesecake mixture over the prepared graham cracker crust, smoothing the top with a spatula.
- Refrigerate the cheesecake for at least 4 hours, or overnight, for the best results.
- Once set, garnish with red sprinkles or mini chocolate chips for a festive touch.
Notes
You can make this cheesecake a day in advance, making it a perfect option for Christmas parties.
Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3-4 days.