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No-Bake Gingerbread Cheesecake Cups (Easy Christmas Dessert)

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No-bake gingerbread cheesecake cups layered with spiced cream cheese filling and a buttery gingersnap crust — a festive, make-ahead holiday dessert in individual servings.

Ingredients

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Crust:

  • 1½ cups gingersnap crumbs

  • 4 tbsp unsalted butter, melted

  • 1 tbsp brown sugar (optional)

Filling:

  • 8 oz cream cheese, softened

  • ⅓ cup powdered sugar

  • 1 tbsp molasses

  • ½ tsp vanilla extract

  • 1 tsp ground ginger

  • 1 tsp ground cinnamon

  • ¼ tsp nutmeg

  • Pinch of cloves

  • ¾ cup heavy cream (whipped to stiff peaks)

Topping (optional):

  • Whipped cream

  • Crushed gingersnaps or mini gingerbread cookies

  • Ground cinnamon

Instructions

  • Mix gingersnap crumbs, melted butter, and brown sugar. Press into cups or jars. Chill.

  • Beat cream cheese until smooth. Add powdered sugar, molasses, vanilla, and spices. Mix well.

  • Whip heavy cream to stiff peaks. Gently fold into the cream cheese mixture.

  • Spoon or pipe the filling over the crust layer. Smooth tops.

  • Refrigerate 2–3 hours or until set.

  • Garnish with whipped cream and toppings before serving.

Notes

  • Make up to 2 days ahead.

  • Use whipped topping for a quick version.

  • Adjust spices to your preference.

Find it online: https://foodemily.com/no-bake-gingerbread-cheesecake-cups-easy-christmas-dessert/