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Mini White Chocolate Peppermint Cheesecakes

These perfectly portioned Mini White Chocolate Peppermint Cheesecakes are the most delicious and adorable easy Christmas dessert of them all! These bite-sized handheld treats are perfect for a party and faster and simpler to make than a full cheesecake. Plus no water bath needed!

Prep Time
20 mins
Cook Time
20 mins
Chilling Time
2 hrs
Total Time
2 hrs 35 mins
Servings: 12 servings
Calories: 551 kcal
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

Crust
  • 1 1/2 cups crushed Oreo crumbs
  • 3 Tablespoons salted butter melted
Filling
  • 2 (8-ounce) packages cream cheese softened to room temperature
  • 2/3 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/4 cup sour cream or greek yogurt
  • 1/2 teaspoon peppermint extract
  • 1/2 cup white chocolate chips
  • 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1/2 cup chopped Andes peppermint crunch or mint candy cane Kisses
Topping
  • 1 cup finely chopped dark chocolate or semisweet chocolate chips
  • 2 1/2 cups heavy cream divided
  • 1/2 cup powdered sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • Crushed peppermint candies

Instructions

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  1. Preheat oven to 350°F. Prepare a 12 count cupcake pan with cupcake liners. Set aside.
Crust
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  1. Combine oreo crumbs and melted butter in a bowl until evenly moistened. Divide the crumb mixture evenly between each cupcake liner and press firmly into an even layer. Bake for 5 minutes to set the crust. Set aside to cool while making the filling.
Filling
  1. In a large mixing bowl, beat the cream cheese and sugar until smooth, about 1-2 minutes. Add sour cream, vanilla, peppermint extract, and melted white chocolate. Mix until completely combined, stopping to scrape the bottom and sides of the bowl. Add the eggs and mix just until combined. Fold in the Andes peppermint crunch.
  2. Divide the cheesecake filling between the cupcake liners, filling them all the way to the top.
  3. Bake for 15-20 minutes, or until set around the edges but the centers are still slightly jiggly and not cracked.
  4. Remove from the oven and allow to cool at room temperature. Transfer the mini cheesecakes to the fridge and let them chill for at least 2 hours.
Topping
  1. Heat 1/2 cup of the heavy cream in a microwave-safe bowl for 60 seconds until very hot. Pour over the chopped chocolate or chocolate chips and let it sit for 5 minutes without stirring. Then stir until the chocolate is melted and you have a smooth, shiny ganache. Let cool for 10 minutes until thickened slightly. Spread an even layer on top of each cheesecake.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, mix the remaining 2 cups of heavy whipping cream with the powdered sugar and vanilla extract on high speed until stiff peaks form. Transfer whipped cream to a piping bag and pipe onto each cheesecake. Top each cheesecake with crushed peppermint candy.

Notes

  • Storage: Keep the mini cheesecakes refrigerated until shortly before serving. It's okay if they sit out for an hour or two, but beyond that they should be refrigerated for up to 5 days.
  • Freezing: You can also freeze the mini cheesecakes in an airtight container for up to 2 months. If I know I will be freezing them, I like to wait to top them with whipped cream until I'm ready to serve. Let the mini cheesecakes thaw overnight in the fridge, then pull them out and let them come to room temperature for 30-60 minutes before serving.
  • Substitutions: If you can't find these pieces, you could use chopped Hershey's candy cane Kisses, which have a very similar taste, or buy a couple boxes of Andes peppermint crunch candies and unwrap and chop them yourself. You could also use candy canes or crushed starlight mints instead, or turn this into a mini Andes Mint cheesecakes with regular Andes Mint pieces.

Nutrition Information

Calories 551kcal (28%) Carbohydrates 49g (16%) Protein 6g (12%) Fat 38g (58%) Saturated Fat 23g (115%) Polyunsaturated Fat 2g Monounsaturated Fat 10g Trans Fat 0.1g Cholesterol 96mg (32%) Sodium 141mg (6%) Potassium 238mg (7%) Fiber 2g (8%) Sugar 39g (78%) Vitamin A 896IU (18%) Vitamin C 0.4mg (0%) Calcium 74mg (7%) Iron 5mg (28%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 12servings

Amount Per Serving

Calories 551

% Daily Value*

Calories 551kcal 28%
Carbohydrates 49g 16%
Protein 6g 12%
Fat 38g 58%
Saturated Fat 23g 115%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2g 12%
Monounsaturated Fat 10g 50%
Trans Fat 0.1g 5%
Cholesterol 96mg 32%
Sodium 141mg 6%
Potassium 238mg 5%
Fiber 2g 8%
Sugar 39g 78%
Vitamin A 896IU 18%
Vitamin C 0.4mg 0%
Calcium 74mg 7%
Iron 5mg 28%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.