Chocolate Gnome Cheesecakes
Delight in these whimsical Chocolate Gnome Cheesecakes, combining rich chocolate flavor with creamy cheesecake in a charming, bite-sized treat perfect for dessert lovers.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 3 hours 40 minutes
- Yield: 12 servings
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baked
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 200g chocolate cookie crumbs
- 100g unsalted butter, melted
- 300g cream cheese, softened
- 100g granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 100g dark chocolate, melted
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt
- Whipped cream for garnish (optional)
- Mini chocolate gnome figurines (for decoration, optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 160°C (320°F) and line a muffin tray with cupcake liners.
- Mix chocolate cookie crumbs with melted butter until combined; press firmly into the bottoms of each liner to form the crust.
- In a large bowl, beat the cream cheese and sugar until smooth and creamy.
- Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
- Stir in the melted dark chocolate, vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt until fully incorporated.
- Pour the cheesecake batter evenly over the crusts in the muffin liners.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes or until the centers are set but slightly jiggly.
- Remove from oven and cool to room temperature, then refrigerate for at least 3 hours to set.
- Before serving, garnish with whipped cream and place a mini chocolate gnome figurine on top if desired.
Notes
For an extra festive touch, drizzle melted white chocolate over the cheesecakes or add fresh berries alongside the whipped cream.
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