Description
These no-bake mini red velvet swirl cheesecakes are creamy, indulgent, and perfect for parties or cozy evenings. Stunning to look at and easy to make, they’re a showstopper dessert without the need for an oven.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup graham cracker crumbs
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 5 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
- 16 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
- Red gel food coloring
- Optional: whipped cream
- Optional: chocolate shavings
- Optional: sprinkles or edible glitter
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs, sugar, and melted butter. Stir until the mixture resembles wet sand. Divide evenly into the muffin tin, pressing firmly to create a compact base for each cheesecake. Chill in the fridge for at least 15 minutes.
- Beat softened cream cheese and sugar together until smooth and creamy. Add vanilla extract and continue mixing. In a separate bowl, whip heavy cream until stiff peaks form, then gently fold it into the cream cheese mixture.
- Divide the cheesecake filling into two portions. In one portion, add cocoa powder and enough red food coloring to achieve your desired shade of red velvet. Stir until fully incorporated.
- Spoon a layer of plain cheesecake filling into each crust, followed by a dollop of red velvet filling. Use a toothpick or skewer to gently swirl the colors together for a marbled effect.
- Cover the muffin tin with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight for best results.
- Once set, carefully remove the mini cheesecakes from the tin. Top with whipped cream, chocolate shavings, or your favorite sprinkles before serving.
Notes
[‘Make sure your cream cheese is softened and your heavy cream is chilled for the best texture.’, ‘Don’t rush the setting process. The longer these chill, the firmer and creamier they’ll be.’, ‘For cleaner, more vivid swirls, use a toothpick or chopstick instead of a spoon.’, ‘If you prefer a less sweet cheesecake, reduce the sugar by 1-2 tablespoons.’, ‘Don’t over-mix the filling to maintain the airy texture.’]
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 4 hours (chilling time)
- Category: Dessert
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 mini cheesecake
- Calories: 250
- Fat: 18
- Carbohydrates: 18
- Protein: 3
Keywords: no-bake, mini cheesecakes, red velvet, party dessert, easy dessert, cheesecake recipe