Halloween Recipes: Chilling Creepy Crawly Cheesecake Cups

These no-bake cheesecake cups are made with refrigerated ingredients and topped with spooky gummy worms, making them a deliciously creepy addition to your Halloween menu. With the cool and creamy texture of the cheesecake, this dessert highlights the importance of reliable refrigeration in maintaining freshness!

Ingredients:

For the Cheesecake Filling:

• 8 oz cream cheese (refrigerated)
• 1 cup heavy cream (refrigerated)
• ½ cup powdered sugar
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• 10-12 crushed chocolate sandwich cookies (for the “dirt” layer)

For the Base:

• 1 cup graham cracker crumbs
• 4 tbsp unsalted butter (melted and cooled)

For the Toppings:

• Gummy worms (for the “creepy crawly” effect)
• Edible candy eyes or sprinkles (optional)
• Crushed chocolate cookies for an extra “dirt” topping

Instructions:

For the Base:

1. Combine the graham cracker crumbs and melted butter in a bowl until the mixture resembles wet sand.
2. Press the mixture into the bottom of small, clear cups or mason jars, about ¼ inch thick. Refrigerate for at least 15 minutes to firm up the base.

For the Cheesecake Filling:

1. In a large bowl, beat the cream cheese until smooth.
2. Add the powdered sugar and vanilla extract and continue to beat until creamy and well-mixed.
3. In a separate bowl, whip the heavy cream until stiff peaks form.
4. Gently fold the whipped cream into the cream cheese mixture until smooth and fluffy.
5. Spoon or pipe the cheesecake filling into the cups over the graham cracker base.

For the "Dirt" Layer and Topping:

1. Sprinkle crushed chocolate sandwich cookies over the cheesecake filling to create a “dirt” layer.
2. Decorate with gummy worms crawling out of the “dirt,” and add edible candy eyes or sprinkles for extra Halloween fun.
3. Chill in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours before serving to set the cheesecake cups.

Serving Idea:

Serve the Creepy Crawly Cheesecake Cups in a refrigerated display case to highlight their cool, refreshing quality. Add Halloween-themed decorations around the display to enhance the spooky vibe! 

These no-bake Creepy Crawly Cheesecake Cups are not only fun and festive but also rely on proper refrigeration to maintain the fresh, cool texture of the cheesecake. With DS Refrigeration, you can be sure that all your chilled ingredients stay at their best, keeping desserts like these perfectly fresh for your customers.

Contact our Sales team today to discuss your Refrigeration options: 02837511425 or email sales@ds-refrigeration.co.uk