Description
Indulge in the delightful experience of Strawberry Crunch Cheesecake Bites, a no-bake dessert thatβs perfect for any gathering. These bite-sized treats combine a smooth, creamy cheesecake filling with a crunchy strawberry coating, creating an irresistible flavor and texture that will leave everyone wanting more. The best part? Theyβre incredibly easy to make and require minimal effort, making them an ideal choice for busy hosts or casual family nights. Serve them at parties, picnics, or as a sweet snack at homeβthese bites are sure to impress!
Ingredients
Scale
- 16 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup heavy whipping cream
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 1 tsp pure vanilla extract
- 1 sleeve crushed graham crackers
- 3 tbsp unsalted butter, melted
- 1 cup crushed vanilla sandwich cookies
- 1 cup freeze-dried strawberries
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, blend the softened cream cheese, heavy whipping cream, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth.
- For added color, swirl in strawberry jam or puree if desired.
- Combine crushed graham crackers with melted butter and press into a baking sheet to form the crust.
- Spread the cheesecake mixture over the crust evenly and freeze for at least 2 hours.
- Mix crushed cookies with freeze-dried strawberries and melted butter to create the coating.
- Cut the frozen cheesecake into bite-sized pieces and roll each piece in the strawberry crunch coating.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: None
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 bites
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 45mg
Keywords: Ensure cream cheese is at room temperature for a smooth filling. Adjust sweetness by tasting the filling before freezing. Experiment with different fruit purees for varied flavors.