Description
Strawberry Crunch Cheesecake Bites combine creamy cheesecake, fresh strawberries, and a crunchy cookie topping into a perfectly portioned, no-fuss dessert ideal for parties and make-ahead treats.
Ingredients
- 2 (8 oz) packages cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/4 cup sour cream
- 1 cup graham cracker crumbs
- 4 tbsp butter, melted
- 1/2 cup chopped strawberries
- 2 tbsp strawberry gelatin (Jell-O) powder
- 10 Golden Oreo or shortbread cookies
- 1/4 cup freeze-dried strawberries
- 1/2 cup white chocolate chips (optional, for coating)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 325°F (163°C) and line a mini muffin tin with liners or lightly grease it.
- Mix graham cracker crumbs with melted butter and press into the bottom of each muffin cup to form the crust.
- In a bowl, blend cream cheese, granulated sugar, eggs, sour cream, and vanilla extract until smooth and creamy.
- Spoon the cheesecake mixture over the crusts and bake for 18–20 minutes or until set. Let cool completely and refrigerate for at least 2 hours.
- In a food processor, pulse Golden Oreos, freeze-dried strawberries, and strawberry gelatin powder until crumbly.
- If using, melt white chocolate chips and dip the tops or sides of the chilled cheesecake bites.
- Roll the dipped bites in the strawberry crunch mixture to coat.
- Store in the refrigerator until ready to serve.
Notes
- Use silicone molds or paper liners for easy removal.
- Can be made ahead and taste better after chilling overnight.
- Freeze well for up to a month.
- White chocolate coating is optional but adds a nice touch.
- Variations include using different berries or adding cocoa powder or lemon zest.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bite
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 95mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 25mg
