Description
This vibrant green no-bake cheesecake brings the holiday cheer with creamy layers, a chocolate cookie crust, and playful Grinch-inspired color. With a double batch for a crowd and a few fun twists like mint extract and festive sprinkles, it’s a merry dessert that’s as easy as it is eye-catching.
Ingredients
For the Crust:
72 Oreo cookies, finely crushed
1 cup unsalted butter, melted
For the Cheesecake Filling:
4 (8 oz) packages cream cheese, softened
4 cups powdered sugar
32 oz Cool Whip (or homemade whipped cream)
Neon green food coloring (adjust to get that perfect Grinch hue)
½ teaspoon mint extract (optional twist)
Red heart sprinkles or red candies (for Grinch hearts)
Instructions
Prepare the Crust: In a bowl, combine crushed Oreos and melted butter. Press firmly into a 9×13-inch pan (or two 9-inch pie pans) to form an even crust. Chill in the fridge while you make the filling.
Make the Filling: Beat softened cream cheese until smooth. Add powdered sugar and continue mixing until fluffy.
Fold in Cool Whip, food coloring, and mint extract if using. Mix until well combined and vibrantly green.
Assemble: Spread the cheesecake mixture evenly over the chilled crust. Smooth the top.
Chill: Refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or until set.
Decorate: Just before serving, top with red heart sprinkles or candies to give it that Grinchy touch.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 4 hours
Nutrition
- Calories: 320 / Serving
- Sugar: 23g / Serving
- Fat: 22g / Serving
- Saturated Fat: 14g / Serving
- Carbohydrates: 30g / Serving
- Protein: 3g / Serving