Cheesecake Bites
Delightful cheesecake morsels wrapped in a sweet graham cracker crust, perfect for any occasion!
Ingredients
For the Cheesecake Filling
- 1 cup cream cheese (softened, room temperature) For the smooth and creamy filling. I recommend Philadelphia brand for consistent results.
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar Adds sweetness without the graininess of regular sugar.
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract Pure vanilla extract enhances the flavor profile.
For the Crunchy Crust
- 1 cup graham cracker crumbs Make your own by crushing graham crackers or purchase pre-made.
For Dipping
- 1/2 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips (melted) Ghirardelli's is a great choice for melting and flavor.
- 1/4 cup mini chocolate chips (for topping) These give your bites a lovely finishing touch!
Instructions
Preparation
- Start by crushing graham crackers in a food processor or place them in a plastic bag and use a rolling pin; aim for fine crumbs.
- In a mixing bowl, blend softened cream cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth, about 2-3 minutes.
- Gradually mix in the graham cracker crumbs until well incorporated.
Forming the Bites
- Roll the cheesecake mixture into 1-inch balls (this should yield around 20 bites).
- Place them on a parchment-lined baking sheet, giving them some space.
Chilling and Dipping
- Pop them in the freezer for about 30 minutes to firm up.
- Melt the semi-sweet chocolate chips in a microwave or double boiler.
- Dip each cheesecake bite in the melted chocolate, allowing the excess to drip off.
- Sprinkle with mini chocolate chips.
Setting the Chocolate
- Return the dipped bites to the parchment-lined sheet and refrigerate for 15 minutes to let the chocolate set.
Notes
Store your Cheesecake Bites in an airtight container in the fridge for up to a week. These can also be made a day in advance.