Gnome Mini Cheesecakes Perfect for Christmas Brunch
Adorable and festive no-bake Gnome Mini Cheesecakes made with a graham cracker crust, creamy vanilla cheesecake filling, and fresh strawberry “hats.” A fun and easy holiday dessert for all ages.
- Prep Time: 25 minutes
- Cook Time: None
- Total Time: 3 hours (including chilling)
- Yield: 12–14 mini cheesecakes 1x
Ingredients
1 cup graham cracker crumbs
¼ cup unsalted butter, melted
8 oz cream cheese, softened
½ cup powdered sugar
1 tsp vanilla extract
¾ cup heavy cream, whipped
12–14 fresh strawberries
Whipped cream, for decorating
Instructions
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Line mini cupcake tin with liners or use silicone molds.
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Mix graham cracker crumbs with melted butter. Press into each liner. Chill.
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Beat cream cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla until smooth.
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Whip cream to stiff peaks. Fold into cream cheese mixture.
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Spoon or pipe filling over crusts. Smooth tops. Chill 2–3 hours.
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Top each cheesecake with a strawberry (pointed side up).
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Pipe whipped cream around base and top of strawberry for gnome hat effect.
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Serve chilled.
Notes
Best made ahead and decorated before serving. Keep refrigerated until ready.