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Easy Homemade Copycat Thin Mints Recipe for Holidays

Easy Homemade Copycat Thin Mints Recipe for Holidays

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  • Author: Elina
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes
  • Total Time: 2 hours 20 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: No-Bake
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

Indulge in the delightful combination of creamy cheesecake filling with a crunchy Oreo base in these vibrant and easy-to-make No-Bake Pink Oreo Cheesecake Jars. Perfect for a sweet treat that’s as pleasing to the eye as it is to the taste buds.


Ingredients

Base Layer:

  • Oreos: 20-25 crushed (for a crunchy base)
  • Unsalted Butter: 4 tablespoons, melted (to bind the crust)

Cheesecake Filling:

  • Cream Cheese: 16 oz, softened (for creaminess)
  • Powdered Sugar: 1 cup (for sweetness)
  • Vanilla Extract: 1 teaspoon (for flavor)
  • Whipped Topping: 8 oz (for lightness)
  • Pink Food Coloring: A few drops (for that beautiful pink hue)

Topping:

  • More Oreos: 5-10 crushed (for garnish)
  • Fresh Berries: Strawberries or raspberries (optional, for a fresh touch)

Instructions

  1. Step 1: Prepare the Base – Crush the Oreos by placing them in a zip-top bag and crushing them with a rolling pin until fine crumbs. Mix with melted butter until the mixture resembles wet sand.
  2. Step 2: Assemble the Base Layer – Spoon Oreo mixture into jars, forming an even layer.
  3. Step 3: Make the Cheesecake Filling – Beat cream cheese until smooth, add sugar, vanilla, whipped topping, and pink food coloring.
  4. Step 4: Fill the Jars – Layer the cheesecake mixture on top of the Oreo base in each jar.
  5. Step 5: Chill – Refrigerate jars for at least 2 hours to set.
  6. Step 6: Garnish and Serve – Top with crushed Oreos and fresh berries before serving.

Notes

  • For a gluten-free version, use gluten-free Oreos.
  • For a vegan option, substitute cream cheese with a plant-based alternative.
  • For dairy-free, use coconut whipped cream instead of regular whipped topping.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 jar
  • Calories: 380
  • Sugar: 28g
  • Sodium: 280mg
  • Fat: 25g
  • Saturated Fat: 14g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 8g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 35g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 5g
  • Cholesterol: 60mg