Description

These Creamy No-Bake Gingerbread Spice Cheesecake Cups are the ultimate holiday dessert. With a buttery graham cracker crust and a velvety spiced cheesecake filling, they capture the warm, festive flavors of the season in an easy-to-make, no-bake treat. Serve them in individual cups for an elegant, mess-free presentation!

Ingredients

For the Base:

200 g graham cookie crumbs
80 g unsalted butter, melted

For the Filling:

130 g cream cheese, softened
45 g sour cream
48 g brown sugar
1½ tsp ground cinnamon
2 tsp ground ginger
¼ tsp ground nutmeg
¼ tsp ground cardamom
1/16 tsp sea salt
1 tsp lemon zest
½ tsp vanilla extract
155 g white baking chocolate, melted and slightly cooled

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Instructions

Step 1: Prepare the Base

Combine the graham cookie crumbs and melted butter in a medium bowl. Mix until the crumbs resemble wet sand.
Divide the mixture evenly into serving cups or jars, pressing it firmly to form a crust.
Refrigerate the cups to set the base while you prepare the filling.

Step 2: Make the Cheesecake Filling

Beat the softened cream cheese and sour cream in a mixing bowl until smooth and creamy.
Add the brown sugar, cinnamon, ginger, nutmeg, cardamom, sea salt, and lemon zest. Mix until fully incorporated.
Stir in the vanilla extract and melted white chocolate. Ensure the mixture is smooth and free of lumps.

Step 3: Assemble the Cheesecake Cups

Spoon or pipe the cheesecake filling evenly over the chilled graham cracker bases.
Smooth the tops with a spatula for an even finish.

Step 4: Chill and Garnish

Refrigerate the cups for at least 2 hours, or until the filling is firm.
Before serving, garnish with a sprinkle of cinnamon, a dollop of whipped cream, or white chocolate shavings if desired.

Notes

For extra spice, substitute gingersnap crumbs for the graham cracker base.
Ensure the cream cheese is fully softened to avoid lumps in the filling.
Store in the refrigerator for up to 3 days in an airtight container.

Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 2 hours
Category: Dessert
Method: No-Bake
Cuisine: American