No-Bake Gingerbread Cheesecakes
Oh Lordy, no-bake gingerbread cheesecakes. Where have you been all my life? At this rate, I’m thinking I should write a no-bake cheesecake cookbook because I can’t be stopped from making these cute little treats. And I also love that these are in individual sizes for portion control because me + cheesecake is not a good combination!
While I still think my Bailey’s cheesecakes are my absolute favorite (again, it’s the chocolate thing…), this gingerbread version is a very close second. I admitted to you guys last year that I’m not a big peppermint fan unless it’s in a tube of toothpaste or a breath mint. It’s okay in small doses, but I would take gingerbread over peppermint any day.
Like previous versions, they are super simple to make. I used crushed gingersnap cookies for the crust and added molasses and spices to the cream cheese so you definitely get lots of gingerbread flavor! Top them with a dollop of whipped cream and stick a little gingerbread dude on top and you’ve got yourselves the best holiday dessert!
No-Bake Gingerbread Cheesecakes
No-Bake Gingerbread Cheesecakes - Made with a gingersnap cookie crust and gingerbread cheesecake. The best no-bake holiday treat!
Ingredients
- 3/4 cup crushed gingersnaps
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
- 1 8-ounce package cream cheese, softened
- 1 8-ounce tub whipped topping, thawed
- 2-3 tablespoons molasses (can adjust for desired flavor)
- 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1/4 cup confectioners’ sugar
- Optional toppings: additional whipped topping, whipped cream, sprinkles, gingerbread cookies
Instructions
- Divide the gingersnap crumbs evenly amongst individual serving bowls or ramekins and press down to make a crust. Drizzle some of the butter over the crumbs in each dish. Place the bowls in the freezer.
- In a large mixing bowl, beat together the cream cheese, whipped topping, molasses, spices, and the powdered sugar until well-combined.
- Remove the bowls from the freezer. Pipe or spoon the filling into each bowl. Add additional whipped topping and other desired toppings. Cover and refrigerate for at least 4 hours before serving (overnight is best).
38 Comments on “No-Bake Gingerbread Cheesecakes”
I want to dunk that gingerbread man into that fluffy cheesecake until it’s gone. This looks fabulous! Pinned.
Thank you, Jennie!!
Gingerbread cheesecakes – brilliant! I love all your no-bake cheesecakes, that cookbook idea is a good one!
Thanks, Anna! I might just have to write one soon!
How fun is this! What a delicious, easy dessert for fall or winter!
Thank you, Georgia!!
How cute would these be for a holiday party?!?!
They are perfect for a party which is totally how I served them!
Okay, first of all these are super cute! Second, they look and sound amazing! I love gingerbread everything!
Thanks, Ari! I love gingerbread too.
Love no bake cheesecakes.. and this is perfect for the holidays. :)
Thank you, Ramona! I love anything I don’t have to bake!
These are so stinking cute! And no-bake cheesecakes are the best!
Thanks, Chung-Ah! I totally agree! :)
This looks too fabulous! I’m totally serving this at my Ugly Sweater Party! :)
Thank you, Lucy! I hope you like them!!
it looks delish!
Thanks, Dina!
These are really lovely! No bake is always great for saving time!
Thank you, Jocelyn! These are a great time saver!
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That gingerbread man is so cute! I’m a gingerbread fan-aholic also but funny enough I have never tried no bake cheesecakes! No idea why, but after seeing this I think I should dabble! It looks so good!
A simple, perfect holiday dessert for guests. I love that everyone gets their own personal cheesecake. Love it Stephanie!
Ahh! cakes in cups are the bestest!
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Darling gingerbread dudes! What brand, please? These will be on Xmas dessert table! Many, many thanks…
Please let me know what brand those cute gingerbread dudes are. Is it available online? Or, did u make them? I would luv making these for Christmas and would be grateful for any info you might have.. Many, many thanks!!
OMG!!! I am in the process of making these right now and the cheesecake is to die for!!!! I quadrupled the recipe to make 24 and I’m sure they are going to be a hit at my aunt’s annual cookie party! So excited! Thank you for the recipe!!!
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Is there something I can use instead of frozen whipped topping? I don’t think this is sold in Australia.
Thank you!
Hi Angela, you can try regular whipped cream, but it’s not as thick and the cheesecake may not be as stiff. Here’s a recipe for homemade whipped topping: http://www.somethingswanky.com/homemade-cool-whip/
Thanks so much Stephanie!
I made these for our family Christmas brunch yesterday and they were fabulous! I did add a little more powdered sugar ( but I have a major sweetooth! Lol!) The family loved them and will definitely make them again!
Would love to make these!
It says 6 servings.
I need to purchase what size dessert cups?
Ounces?
Thank you!
These were absolutely delicious! I made them for company and they loved them. I topped them with caramelized pears. I did not have heavy cream so I used vanilla greek yogurt (about 1/2 cup) and it turned out so delicious! New easy favorite for the holidays! Quick tip, easy on the molasses until you taste it along the way. It’s very strong so if you love it, like I do, then 3 Tblsp. Just be careful;) Oh and I also substituted a very small pinch of cloves for the nutmeg since I don’t like it.