Mini No-Bake Nutella Cheesecakes
Ingredients:
For the Crust:
- 1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs (about 10-12 graham crackers)
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
For the Cheesecake Filling:
- 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup Nutella
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup heavy whipping cream
- 1/4 cup powdered sugar
For the Topping:
- 1/2 cup Nutella (for drizzling)
- Whipped cream (optional)
- Chopped hazelnuts (optional)
- Chocolate shavings (optional)
Instructions:
1. Prepare the Crust:
- In a medium bowl, combine the graham cracker crumbs and melted butter. Mix until the crumbs are fully coated and the mixture resembles wet sand.
- Divide the mixture evenly among 12 cupcake liners placed in a muffin tin, pressing it firmly into the bottom to form a crust.
- Place the muffin tin in the refrigerator to set while you prepare the filling.
2. Prepare the Cheesecake Filling:
- In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese with an electric mixer until smooth and creamy.
- Add the Nutella and vanilla extract, and beat until fully combined and smooth.
- In a separate bowl, whip the heavy cream and powdered sugar together until stiff peaks form.
- Gently fold the whipped cream into the Nutella mixture until well incorporated, being careful not to deflate the whipped cream.
3. Assemble the Cheesecakes:
- Spoon or pipe the Nutella cheesecake filling over the prepared crusts in the cupcake liners, filling each liner to the top.
- Smooth the tops with a spatula or the back of a spoon.
4. Chill:
- Refrigerate the mini cheesecakes for at least 3 hours, or until they are firm and set.
5. Serve:
- Before serving, drizzle each mini cheesecake with additional Nutella. You can do this by microwaving the Nutella for a few seconds to make it easier to drizzle.
- Top with a dollop of whipped cream, and garnish with chopped hazelnuts or chocolate shavings, if desired.
6. Enjoy:
- Carefully remove the mini cheesecakes from the muffin tin and serve chilled.
These mini no-bake Nutella cheesecakes are a rich and decadent treat, perfect for any Nutella lover!
