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Gnome Mini Cheesecakes

Gnome Mini Cheesecakes: Fun, Festive, and Oh-So Delicious!

Gnome Mini Cheesecakes are whimsical, creamy desserts perfect for holiday gatherings, bringing joy and laughter to every occasion.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Chilling Time 2 hours
Total Time 2 hours 50 minutes
Servings: 12 cheesecakes
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Crust
  • 1.5 cups Graham Cracker Crumbs Can substitute with vanilla wafers or shortbread cookies.
  • 2 tbsp Granulated Sugar Enhances sweetness for the crust.
  • 6 tbsp Unsalted Butter Melted for mixing.
For the Cheesecake Filling
  • 16 oz Cream Cheese Room temperature for easy mixing.
  • 1 cup Granulated Sugar Essential for sweetness.
  • 1 tbsp Vanilla Extract Use real vanilla for best taste.
  • 3 large Eggs Added one at a time.
  • 1 cup Sour Cream or Greek Yogurt For a creamy texture.
For the Fun Decorations
  • 12 large Strawberries Washed and hulled for decoration.
  • 1 cup Whipped Cream Freshly whipped for topping.
  • 0.5 cup Mini White Chocolate Chips or Candy Pearls For gnome noses.
  • optional Powdered Sugar For dusting.

Equipment

  • Muffin tin
  • mixing bowl
  • electric mixer
  • spatula

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 325°F (160°C) and line a muffin tin with paper liners.
  2. In a bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs, granulated sugar, and melted butter. Press into muffin liners and bake for 5 minutes.
  3. Beat cream cheese until smooth, add sugar, then mix in vanilla extract.
  4. Gently add eggs one at a time, mixing on low. Blend in sour cream until smooth.
  5. Divide cheesecake filling among crusts, smoothing the tops.
  6. Bake for 18-20 minutes until slightly jiggly in the center.
  7. Cool in the muffin tin, then refrigerate for at least 2 hours to firm up.
  8. Top with whipped cream, add strawberries as hats, and decorate with mini chocolate chips or candy pearls.
  9. Serve chilled and enjoy your delightful Gnome Mini Cheesecakes!

Nutrition

Serving: 1cheesecakeCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 4gFat: 14gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 60mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 100mgFiber: 1gSugar: 15gVitamin A: 600IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Ensure cream cheese is at room temperature for easy mixing. Chill for optimal taste and presentation.

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