Description
Delightful mint cheesecake cups that embody the spirit of St. Patrick’s Day, featuring a creamy filling and a crispy chocolate crust.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 1/2 cup heavy whipping cream
- 1 tsp peppermint extract
- 1/2 cup crushed chocolate cookies (for crust)
- 2 tbsp butter, melted (for crust)
- Fresh mint leaves for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the Crust: In a mixing bowl, combine the crushed chocolate cookies with the melted butter until everything binds together. Press this mixture into the bottoms of your small cups or glasses, creating a sturdy crust.
- Create the Cheesecake Filling: In a separate bowl, beat the softened cream cheese with the powdered sugar until smooth and creamy.
- Add the Cream and Flavor: Pour in the heavy whipping cream and peppermint extract. Use your mixer to whip until it forms soft peaks.
- Assemble the Cups: Spoon the cheesecake filling over the crusts in each cup, dividing it evenly.
- Chill to Perfection: Refrigerate your cups for at least 2 hours to set.
- Garnish and Serve: Adorn each cup with fresh mint leaves just before serving.
Notes
These cheesecake cups can be made the night before to enhance flavors. They should be served chilled for the best experience.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 120 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Chilling
- Cuisine: Irish
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: St. Patrick's Day, mint cheesecake, dessert cups, festive treats