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Easter No-Bake Mini Cheesecakes


  • Author: Sarah
  • Total Time: 4 hours (includes chilling)
  • Yield: 12 mini cheesecakes
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

These vibrant, pastel-layered mini cheesecakes are a delightful no-bake treat, perfect for celebrating Easter or spring gatherings. With a buttery shortbread crust, creamy lemon-vanilla filling, and colorful layers topped with whipped cream, candy eggs, and sprinkles, they’re as festive as they are delicious.


Ingredients

For the crust:

  • 6 oz shortbread cookies (approximately 12 round cookies)

  • 0.5 oz unsalted butter (1 tablespoon), melted

For the cheesecake filling:

  • 1 lb full-fat cream cheese, at room temperature

  • 3.5 oz granulated sugar (½ cup)

  • ½ tsp lemon juice

  • 1 tsp vanilla bean paste (or substitute with vanilla extract)

  • Pinch of salt

  • 1 cup heavy cream, at room temperature

  • Assorted gel food coloring (4 colors recommended)

For decoration:

  • ½ cup whipped cream

  • Candy eggs

  • Sprinkles


Instructions

  • Prepare the crust: In a food processor, pulse the shortbread cookies until finely ground. Combine the crumbs with melted butter until the mixture resembles wet sand. Press the mixture into the bottoms of mini cheesecake pans or silicone molds. Chill in the refrigerator while preparing the filling.

  • Make the filling: In a large mixing bowl, beat the cream cheese, sugar, lemon juice, vanilla bean paste, and salt until smooth and creamy.

  • Whip the cream: In a separate bowl, whip the heavy cream to stiff peaks. Gently fold the whipped cream into the cream cheese mixture until well combined.

  • Color the filling: Divide the filling evenly into four bowls. Add a few drops of different gel food coloring to each bowl and mix until desired colors are achieved.

  • Assemble the cheesecakes: Spoon or pipe the colored fillings into the prepared crusts, layering the colors as desired. Smooth the tops and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or until set.

 

  • Decorate: Before serving, top each cheesecake with a dollop of whipped cream, candy eggs, and sprinkles.

Notes

Ensure all ingredients are at room temperature for a smoother filling.

Use gel food coloring for vibrant, non-diluted colors.

These cheesecakes can be prepared a day in advance and stored in the refrigerator

  • Prep Time: 30 minutes
  • Cook Time: None
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: No-Bake
  • Cuisine: American

Keywords: Easter mini cheesecakes, no-bake cheesecake, pastel desserts, spring desserts, holiday treats, cheesecake recipe​