Description
These Strawberry Crunch Cheesecake Bites are a delightful no-bake dessert combining creamy cheesecake filling with a crunchy, fruity strawberry topping on a mini graham cracker crust. Easy to prepare and perfect for parties or any sweet craving, these bite-sized treats blend smooth texture and refreshing strawberry crunch in every bite.
Ingredients
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For the Cheesecake Bites:
- 2 (8 oz) packages cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 large egg
- 1/4 cup sour cream
- 1/4 cup heavy cream
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 12 mini graham cracker crusts (or homemade using graham cracker crumbs)
For the Strawberry Crunch Topping:
- 1/2 cup freeze-dried strawberries, crushed into small pieces
- 1/2 cup graham cracker crumbs
- 1/4 cup sugar
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter, melted
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 325°F (163°C) to ensure it reaches the perfect temperature for baking the cheesecake bites.
- Make the Cheesecake Filling: In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese with a hand or stand mixer until smooth and creamy. Add granulated sugar and vanilla extract and continue beating until fully combined.
- Add the Egg: Incorporate one large egg into the mixture and beat just until combined to maintain a smooth batter.
- Add Sour Cream, Heavy Cream, and Flour: Stir in sour cream, heavy cream, flour, and salt until the batter is smooth and well blended.
- Fill the Crusts: Place mini graham cracker crusts evenly into a muffin tin, then spoon the cheesecake batter into each crust, filling about three-quarters full to leave room for rising.
- Bake: Bake the filled crusts for 18-20 minutes until the centers are set and edges have a light golden tone. Let them cool in the tin for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Prepare the Strawberry Crunch Topping: In a small bowl, mix crushed freeze-dried strawberries, graham cracker crumbs, sugar, and melted butter until everything is evenly coated.
- Top the Cheesecake Bites: Once the cheesecake bites have cooled, sprinkle the strawberry crunch topping generously over each bite and press gently to make it stick.
- Chill: Refrigerate the cheesecake bites for at least 2 hours to allow flavors to meld and the bites to firm up perfectly.
- Serve and Enjoy: Serve these creamy and crunchy Strawberry Crunch Cheesecake Bites as an irresistible dessert perfect for any occasion. Enjoy the delightful mix of textures and flavors in every bite!
Notes
- If mini graham cracker crusts are unavailable, you can easily make your own by mixing graham cracker crumbs with melted butter and pressing them into a mini muffin pan.
- Be sure to cool the cheesecake bites completely before adding the topping to prevent the crunch from melting.
- Chilling time is crucial for the bites to firm up and achieve the perfect texture.
- Use fresh frozen or freeze-dried strawberries for the topping to maintain a crunchy texture without added moisture.
- These bites can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days in an airtight container.
