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Strawberry Crunch Cheesecake Bites

Delicious bites of creamy cheesecake and fresh strawberries encased in a crunchy graham cracker crust, perfect for any occasion.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Total Time 3 hours
Servings: 12 bites
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 120

Ingredients
  

For the Cheesecake Bites
  • 1 cup crushed strawberries Fresh strawberries, washed and chopped.
  • 8 oz cream cheese, softened Bring to room temperature for smooth mixing.
  • 1/2 cup powdered sugar Can be substituted with a sugar alternative.
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract Pure vanilla extract recommended.
  • 1 cup whipped cream For a lighter texture.
  • 1 cup crushed graham crackers For the crust.
  • 1/4 cup melted butter Used to bind the crust.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Wash and chop the strawberries into small pieces. Set aside.
  2. In a mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese until smooth.
  3. Gradually add in the powdered sugar and vanilla extract, mixing until fully combined.
  4. Gently fold in the whipped cream until the mixture is light and fluffy.
  5. In another bowl, combine the crushed graham crackers with melted butter, and mix until crumbs are well coated.
Assembly and Chilling
  1. Spoon a layer of the graham cracker mixture into the bottom of mini muffin liners and press down gently to form a crust.
  2. Top the crust with a layer of the cheesecake filling, followed by a layer of crushed strawberries.
  3. Place the muffin liners in the fridge for 2-3 hours until firm.
Serving
  1. Once set, remove the Strawberry Crunch Cheesecake Bites from the fridge and enjoy them chilled.

Notes

For a lighter version, consider using low-fat cream cheese and a sugar substitute. Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days or freeze for up to 2 months. Thaw in the refrigerator overnight before serving.