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Mini Candy Corn Cheesecakes

Mini Candy Corn Cheesecakes: Your Fun Halloween Dessert!

Enjoy Mini Candy Corn Cheesecakes, a festive Halloween dessert that's easy to make and a guaranteed crowd-pleaser!
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Chilling Time 2 hours
Total Time 2 hours 55 minutes
Servings: 12 cheesecakes
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 220

Ingredients
  

For the Crust
  • 24 cookies Oreo Cookies or chocolate graham crackers for a unique twist
  • 1/2 cup Butter unsalted for better control over saltiness
For the Cheesecake Filling
  • 16 oz Cream Cheese softened for easy mixing
  • 3/4 cup Sugar can use sugar alternative for lighter version
  • 1/4 cup Flour omit for gluten-free or use gluten-free blend
  • 1/2 cup Sour Cream Greek yogurt can be a substitute
  • 1 tsp Vanilla Extract opt for pure vanilla for richer taste
  • 2 large Eggs try flax eggs for vegan option
  • 1 tbsp Gel Food Coloring ensure it's gel-based for vibrant colors
For the Toppings
  • 1 cup Heavy Cream for making whipped cream
  • 1 cup Halloween Decorations such as candy corn or themed sprinkles

Equipment

  • cupcake pan
  • mixing bowl
  • electric mixer
  • Oven

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 325°F (162°C). Line a cupcake pan with cupcake liners and spray with nonstick spray.
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine crushed Oreo cookies with melted butter. Divide among cupcake cups and press down to create a crust. Bake for 5 minutes and cool.
  3. Lower the oven temperature to 300°F (148°C). Beat cream cheese, sugar, and flour on low until smooth and creamy, about 2-3 minutes.
  4. Mix in sour cream and vanilla, then add eggs one at a time, mixing slowly after each addition.
  5. Divide the mixture into three bowls. Tint one yellow, one orange, and leave one white with gel food coloring.
  6. Layer the colored batters into the crusts: yellow, then orange, then white, filling nearly to the top.
  7. Bake for 15 minutes, then turn off the oven and leave cheesecakes inside for 10 minutes.
  8. Transfer to the refrigerator and chill for at least 2 hours.
  9. Whip heavy cream, sugar, and vanilla until stiff peaks form for topping.
  10. Dollop or pipe whipped cream on top and add Halloween decorations. Serve and enjoy!

Nutrition

Serving: 1cheesecakeCalories: 220kcalCarbohydrates: 23gProtein: 3gFat: 13gSaturated Fat: 8gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 45mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 90mgFiber: 1gSugar: 12gVitamin A: 500IUCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Ensure cream cheese is at room temperature for easier mixing. Pour layered colors slowly for distinct layers and avoid cracks by letting cheesecakes cool gradually in the oven.

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