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A stack of three festive cheesecake bites with a graham cracker crust, decorated for the holidays. Shows the creamy texture of the no-bake filling.

No-Bake Christmas Cheesecake Bites (Easy Holiday Recipe!)

These No-Bake Christmas Cheesecake Bites are the perfect easy and festive holiday dessert! A creamy cheesecake filling sits atop a buttery graham cracker crust for a delicious, stress-free treat.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 12 bites
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 280

Ingredients
  

For the Crust
  • 1.5 cups graham cracker crumbs about 10 full sheets
  • 6 tbsp unsalted butter melted
  • 3 tbsp granulated sugar
For the Cheesecake Filling
  • 16 oz cream cheese full-fat, softened to room temperature
  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • 1 cup heavy whipping cream cold
  • 1.5 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1/4 tsp salt

Equipment

  • 1 Muffin tin
  • 1 Electric mixer
  • 2 Mixing Bowls

Instructions
 

  1. Line a 12-cup muffin tin with paper liners.
  2. In a medium bowl, combine the graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and granulated sugar. Mix until fully combined and moistened.
  3. Press about 1.5 tablespoons of the mixture into the bottom of each liner. Place in the freezer while you make the filling.
  4. In a large bowl, beat the softened cream cheese with an electric mixer until smooth. Add the powdered sugar, vanilla extract, and salt, and beat until combined.
  5. In a separate bowl, whip the heavy cream until stiff peaks form. Gently fold the whipped cream into the cream cheese mixture until just combined.
  6. Spoon the cheesecake filling evenly over the crusts. Smooth the tops with a spatula.
  7. Cover and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or overnight, until firm.
  8. Decorate with sprinkles, melted chocolate, or crushed peppermint before serving.

Notes

Room Temperature Cream Cheese is Key: For a perfectly smooth filling, make sure your cream cheese is fully softened.
Chill Time: For the best texture, allow the cheesecake bites to chill in the refrigerator overnight.
Storage: Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
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