Strawberry Crunch Cheesecake Bites
Strawberry Crunch Cheesecake Bites are delightful, bite-sized treats that combine creamy cheesecake with a crunchy strawberry topping. These mini desserts evoke childhood nostalgia while delivering an explosion of flavors that will have everyone asking for seconds. Perfect for gatherings or cozy nights in, they’re easy to make and sure to impress your guests.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 12 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 cup fresh strawberries, chopped
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tsp pure vanilla extract
- 1 cup graham cracker crumbs
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter, melted
- 1/4 cup powdered sugar for dusting
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line an 8×8 inch baking dish with parchment paper.
- In a mixing bowl, beat cream cheese, granulated sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth.
- Fold in the chopped strawberries gently into the cream cheese mixture.
- In another bowl, mix graham cracker crumbs and melted butter until crumbly.
- Press half of the crumb mixture into the bottom of the prepared pan, then spread the cheesecake filling evenly over it. Top with the remaining crumb mixture.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes until slightly set; let cool at room temperature before refrigerating for at least 3 hours or overnight.
- Slice into squares and dust with powdered sugar before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 square (50g)
- Calories: 160
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 25mg
Keywords: Feel free to substitute strawberries with blueberries or raspberries for a different twist. For gluten-free options, use gluten-free graham cracker crumbs or crushed nuts as a crust.