Description
Indulge in the delightful taste of Red Hot White Chocolate Cheesecakes, a unique twist on traditional cheesecake that perfectly balances creamy sweetness with a spicy kick. These mini cheesecakes are infused with the warm flavors of cinnamon and adorned with Red Hot candies, making them an irresistible treat for Valentine’s Day or any special occasion. Their charming presentation and individual servings make them perfect for sharing at parties or gatherings. With simple ingredients and easy-to-follow steps, even novice bakers can create these festive delights. Impress your loved ones with this fun dessert that brings joy to every celebration.
Ingredients
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- 15 Oreo cookies
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter (melted)
- 2 packages (8 oz each) cream cheese (softened)
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 2 tablespoons sour cream
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 2/3 cup white chocolate chips
- 1 tablespoon coconut oil
- 2 large eggs
- 1 box (5 oz) Red Hot candies (crushed)
- 2 cups Cool Whip
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F. Place a baking sheet filled halfway with water on the bottom rack.
- Blend Oreos in a food processor until crumbly; mix with melted butter and press into cupcake liners.
- In a mixing bowl, beat cream cheese and sugar until smooth; add sour cream and flour.
- Melt white chocolate chips and coconut oil; mix into the batter along with eggs, one at a time.
- Stir in crushed Red Hots; pour batter onto crusts in muffin tins.
- Bake for 25 minutes, then cool on a wire rack before refrigerating until chilled.
- For topping, blend remaining cream cheese with crushed Red Hots; gently fold in Cool Whip and pipe onto cooled cheesecakes.
- Chill until serving, garnishing with cinnamon jelly hearts and sprinkles.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cheesecake (68g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 50mg