Reindeer Cherry Cheesecake Tarts Recipe

Name: Reindeer Cherry Cheesecake Tarts
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 pkg. (12 oz.) frozen cherries, thawed, juice reserved and divided; 1/2 cup plus 2 Tbsp. sugar, divided; 1 pkg. (3 oz.) JELL-O Cherry Flavor Gelatin; 1 Tbsp. cornstarch; 1 pkg. (8 oz.) PHILADELPHIA Cream Cheese, softened; 1 cup thawed COOL WHIP Whipped Topping, divided; 2 pkg. (4 oz. each) mini graham cracker pie crusts (12 crusts); 24 miniature pretzel twists; 2 oz. BAKER'S Semi-Sweet Chocolate, melted; 24 miniature semi-sweet chocolate chips; 12 maraschino cherries, well drained

Servings: persons

1 pkg. (12 oz.) frozen cherries, thawed, juice reserved and divided
1/2 cup plus 2 Tbsp. sugar, divided
1 pkg. (3 oz.) JELL-O Cherry Flavor Gelatin
1 Tbsp. cornstarch
1 pkg. (8 oz.) PHILADELPHIA Cream Cheese, softened
1 cup thawed COOL WHIP Whipped Topping, divided
2 pkg. (4 oz. each) mini graham cracker pie crusts (12 crusts)
24 miniature pretzel twists
2 oz. BAKER'S Semi-Sweet Chocolate, melted
24 miniature semi-sweet chocolate chips
12 maraschino cherries, well drained

1
Add enough water to reserved cherry juice to measure 1/2 cup; pour into medium saucepan.
2
Add 1/2 cup sugar, dry gelatin mix and cornstarch; mix well.
3
Bring to boil, stirring occasionally; cook and stir 2 min.
4
Cool 20 min.
5
Beat cream cheese and remaining sugar in large bowl with mixer until blended.
6
Stir in 1/4 cup COOL WHIP; spread onto bottoms of pie crusts.
7
Top with sweet cherries and gelatin glaze.
8
Refrigerate 3 hours.
9
Meanwhile, use fork to dip pretzels, 1 at a time, into chocolate; holding pretzel over bowl, gently shake off excess chocolate.
10
Place pretzels on waxed paper-covered baking sheet.
11
Refrigerate 15 min.
12
or until ready to use.
13
Decorate tops of tarts with pretzels and remaining ingredients to resemble reindeer as shown in photo.

3798

kcal

Calories

217

Fat

401

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Preheat the oven fully and bake on the middle rack for the most even results.
Check for doneness a few minutes early — a toothpick in the center should come out with just a few moist crumbs.
Let it cool before slicing so it sets properly and holds its shape.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 pkg. (12 oz.) frozen cherries, thawed, juice reserved and divided, 1/2 cup plus 2 Tbsp. sugar, divided, 1 pkg. (3 oz.) JELL-O Cherry Flavor Gelatin, 1 Tbsp. cornstarch, and more.

Yes, Reindeer Cherry Cheesecake Tarts falls under the Baking & Desserts category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Reindeer Cherry Cheesecake Tarts

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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