Enjoy mini Grasshopper Cheesecakes, no-bake mini creamy delights that are bite-sized decadent treats of deliciousness. These mini desserts get a little kick from Creme de Menthe. Don't worry, if you don't add alcohol to food, I have an alternate for you too.
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Why you'll love this recipe
- No-bake desserts are always a plus.
- The prep time for these grasshopper cheesecakes is about 20 minutes and you will have the most heavenly dessert.
- These are mini cheesecakes that make portion control so easy.
- With just a few ingredients to a homemade yummy dessert.
- Grasshopper cheesecakes are perfect for girls' night in, cocktail parties, potlucks, and Holidays such as Saint Patrick's Day and Christmas.
Ingredients
- cookie crumbs
- white sugar or brown sugar
- butter, melted (use either salted or unsalted)
The Crust
The Filling
- heavy whipping cream
- cream cheese
- granulated sugar
- Creme de Menthe liqueur
- vanilla extract
Equipment
- 12-count muffin tin
- Measuring Spoons and Cups
- Stand Mixer
Instructions
This is an overview of the recipe. The full instructions are below in the recipe card.
- Use a 12-count muffin tin and place a cupcake liner in each muffin tin. Set aside.
For the Crust
- In a medium-sized mixing bowl, combine the Oreo crumbs, sugar, and melted butter.
- When the mixture looks like wet sand, it is ready to use as the crust.
- Divide the Oreo mixture between the 12 muffin tins. Be sure to push down the Oreo mixture so it's packed in and covers the entire bottom of each muffin tin. If needed, press down with your fingers.
- Place the muffin pan in the freezer while you make the filling.
For the Filling
- In the bowl of a stand mixer, fitted with the whisk attachment, on medium-high speed, beat the cream until stiff peaks form. (Stiff peaks -The heavy cream will come straight up when the whisk is pulled out of the cream.
- On the stand mixer, switch to the paddle attachment. On low speed, cream together cream cheese, sugar, Creme de Menthe, and vanilla, until well combined. Scrape down the sides every few times to ensure all the ingredients are incorporated.
- Remove the muffin tin from the freezer. Evenly divide the cream cheese mixture between the prepared muffin tins. Place the tin in the refrigerator for at least 4 hours.
- After 4 hours, remove the muffin tin from the refrigerator. Garnish the cheesecakes with any of these toppings: crumbled Oreos, Andes mints, or whip cream.
Storage
Make-ahead - the cheesecakes can be made 1-2 days ahead of time. Garnish the top when ready to serve with whipped cream and crumbles.
Freezer Instructions: The cheesecakes can be made ahead of time for up to 3 months and frozen until ready to use. To do this, place the undecorated grasshopper cheesecakes on a baking tray, in their cupcake wrapper, and place the tray in the freezer for about 1 hour. Ensure the cheesecakes are frozen. They can then be transferred to a freezer-safe container or freezer bag.
To defrost, place the muffins in the fridge overnight to defrost. Proceed with decorating the mini desserts.
Leftovers should be kept in the refrigerator in a covered airtight container for up to 3 days.
Expert Tips
- Be sure the cream cheese is fully softened before beginning the recipe so it blends well.
- The recipe can be halved or doubled.
- Heavy cream is a must for the cheesecake to set properly. Do not use milk or whipped cream.
- Be sure to let the mini cheesecakes set in the fridge for at least 4 hours to set correctly.
- If you prefer non-alcoholic, replace the crème de menthe with 1 teaspoon of mint extract and 3-4 drops of food coloring
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Grasshopper No Bake Mini Cheesecakes
Enjoy lusciously creamy no-bake mini Grasshopper Cheesecakes made with Creme De Menthe for an extra kick. A non-alcohol version is also included
Equipment
Ingredients
Instructions
- Use a 12 count muffin tin and place a cupcake liner in each muffin tin. Set aside.
For the Crust
- Combine the Oreo crumbs, sugar, and melted butter in a bowl.
- When the mixture looks like wet sand, it is ready to use as the crust.
- Divide the Oreo mixture between the 12 muffin tins. Be sure to push down the Oreo mixture so its packed in and covers the entire bottom of each muffin tin. If needed, press down with your fingers.
- Place the muffin pan in the freezer while you make the filling.
For the Filling
- In the bowl of a stand mixer, fitted with the whisk attachment, on medium-high speed, beat the cream until it forms stiff peaks. (Stiff peaks -The heavy cream will come straight up when the whisk is pulled out of the cream.
- Switch to the paddle attachment. On low speed, mix in the cream cheese, sugar, Creme de Menthe, and vanilla, until well combined. Scrape down the sides a few times to ensure all the ingredients are incorporated.
- Take the muffin tin out of the freezer. Evenly divide the cream cheese mixture between the muffin tins. Place the tin in the refrigerator for at least 4 hours.
- After the 4 hours, remove the muffin tin from the refrigerator. Garnish the cheesecakes with any of these toppings, crumbled Oreos, Andes mints, mint, or whip cream.
Nutrition
Notes
Be sure to check the Expert Tips and FAQs above with important tips and questions that can help make a delicious recipe.
Note 1: Heavy whipping cream will give you a lighter filling. Heavy cream has more fat and it can be substituted but the cream cheese will be slightly denser. Do not use milk, it will not hold up at all.
Note 2: I do try and give a low-fat alternative, however, for this recipe, full-fat cream cheese should be used for the best results. Also, be sure the cream cheese is at room temperature so the cream cheese is soft and blends well.
Note 3: If you prefer non-alcoholic, in lieu of the liqueur, replace with 1 teaspoon mint extract and 3-4 drops of food coloring
Tips
- The recipe can be halved or doubled.
- Be sure the cream cheese is fully softened before beginning the recipe so it blends well.
- Heavy cream is a must for the cheesecake to set properly. Do not use milk or whipped cream.
- Be sure to let the mini cheesecakes set in the fridge for at least 4 hours to set correctly.
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