Day 20 arrives with that very specific December energy: you want dessert, you want it to feel special, and you absolutely do not want to turn the oven on.
Enter Festive No-Bake Cheesecake Cups—cool, creamy, lightly spiced, and layered with just enough Christmas flair to make them feel celebratory without being over-the-top.
These little cups are perfect for solo treats, make-ahead desserts, or when you need something sweet that doesn’t involve timers, temperatures, or stress. They’re elegant enough for guests and forgiving enough for tired humans.🎄
⭐ Why These Cups Are a Festive Win
- No baking required
- Easy to portion for one or many
- Perfect make-ahead dessert
- Creamy, cool, and not too heavy
- Looks fancy in jars or glasses
🍰 Ingredients (Serves 4)
- 200g cream cheese, softened
- 1/3 cup thickened cream or Greek yoghurt
- 1/4 cup icing sugar
- 1/2 tsp vanilla
- 1/2 tsp cinnamon
- 1 cup crushed biscuits (ginger nuts or plain)
- 2 tbsp melted butter
- Optional topping: berries, cranberry sauce, grated chocolate
🔥 How to Make Them
- Mix crushed biscuits with melted butter. Spoon into the base of four small glasses or jars.
- Beat cream cheese, cream/yoghurt, icing sugar, vanilla, and cinnamon until smooth.
- Spoon cheesecake mixture over the biscuit base.
- Chill for at least 30 minutes to set.
- Top with berries, cranberry sauce, or chocolate before serving.
For one: Make a single cup using a quarter of the mixture.
For a crowd: Double everything and use larger glasses.
💬 Christmas Card Message to Write to Your Single Friends
“Wishing you sweet moments, simple pleasures, and desserts that don’t require effort. May your Christmas be cool, calm, and delicious.”
🎁 Bonus Tip
Add a splash of orange liqueur or espresso to the cheesecake mix for a grown-up twist.
