Mini Peppermint Cheesecakes
Delightful individual-sized cheesecakes featuring a rich creaminess balanced with refreshing peppermint, perfect for holiday gatherings.
Ingredients
For the Crust
- 14 halves Oreo cookie halves (or 7 whole cookies with the filling removed)
- 1.5 tablespoons butter (melted)
- 1.5 teaspoons sugar
- 1 pinch of salt
For the Filling
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup sugar
- 1 package (8 oz) cream cheese (at room temperature)
- 1/4 cup sour cream (at room temperature)
- 1/4 cup heavy whipping cream (at room temperature)
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon peppermint extract
- 1 pinch of salt
- 1/3 cup Andes peppermint baking chips
- 1/3 cup mini semisweet chocolate chips
For the Whipped Cream Topping
- 2 tablespoons powdered sugar
- 1/2 cup heavy whipping cream (chilled)
- 1/8 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 pinch of salt
For Garnish (optional)
- 12 pieces Candy Cane Kisses for garnish
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and spray the mini cheesecake pan with baking spray.
- In a food processor, grind the Oreo cookie halves, sugar, and a pinch of salt until fine crumbs form.
- Mix the crumbs with melted butter until well combined and press into the bottom of each cavity in the pan.
- Bake the crust for about 8 minutes and let it set.
Filling
- In a stand mixer, combine sugar, cream cheese, sour cream, a pinch of salt, vanilla extract, and peppermint extract, beating until smooth.
- Add heavy cream and the egg, mixing until incorporated.
- Gently fold in flour, Andes peppermint baking chips, and mini semisweet chocolate chips into the filling.
- Pour the filling into the cooled crusts, filling each cavity.
- Bake for approximately 20 minutes, then allow to cool for 30 minutes.
- Refrigerate for at least 2 hours to set.
Whipped Cream
- In a mixing bowl, combine powdered sugar, chilled heavy whipping cream, vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt.
- Beat until soft peaks form and let chill until ready to serve.
Serving
- Carefully remove cheesecakes from the pan and pipe or dollop whipped cream on each cheesecake.
- Garnish with a Candy Cane Kiss, if desired.
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Notes
Use room temperature ingredients for a smoother batter. Chill longer for the best results. Consider variations like adding crushed peppermint or chocolate ganache for garnishing.