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Gingerbread Man Cheesecake Recipe

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This Gingerbread Man Cheesecake combines the cozy flavors of the holiday season with a creamy, smooth texture. Featuring a spiced gingersnap crust and a luscious molasses-infused cream cheese filling, topped with whipped cream and charming mini gingerbread men, it’s a festive dessert perfect for winter celebrations.

Ingredients

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Crust

  • 2 cups gingersnap cookie crumbs
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted

Filling

  • 16 oz cream cheese, softened
  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • 1/4 cup molasses
  • 1 tsp ground ginger
  • 1 tsp ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 tsp ground cloves

Topping

  • 1 cup whipped cream, for topping
  • Mini gingerbread men, for decoration

Instructions

  1. Prepare the crust: In a bowl, combine the gingersnap cookie crumbs with the melted unsalted butter, mixing thoroughly. Press this mixture firmly into the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan to form an even crust.
  2. Make the filling: In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese, powdered sugar, and molasses together until the mixture is smooth and well incorporated.
  3. Add spices: Mix in the ground ginger, ground cinnamon, and ground cloves into the cream cheese mixture, beating until everything is fully combined and the spices are evenly distributed.
  4. Assemble the cheesecake: Pour the spiced cream cheese filling over the prepared cookie crust in the springform pan, smoothing the top with a spatula for an even surface.
  5. Chill: Refrigerate the cheesecake for at least 4 hours, preferably overnight, allowing it to set and the flavors to meld.
  6. Decorate and serve: Before serving, spread the whipped cream evenly over the top of the cheesecake. Finish by decorating with mini gingerbread men for a festive touch.

Notes

  • For best results, make sure the cream cheese is softened to room temperature before mixing to avoid lumps.
  • If mini gingerbread men are not available, consider using gingerbread cookies or festive sprinkles as decoration.
  • The cheesecake tastes even better when allowed to chill overnight, as the spices develop more fully.
  • Use a springform pan to easily remove the cheesecake without disturbing the crust.
  • Molasses adds rich depth to the flavor, but can be substituted with dark corn syrup for a milder taste if desired.

Keywords: Gingerbread cheesecake, holiday dessert, no-bake cheesecake, gingersnap crust, molasses cheesecake, Christmas dessert

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