Strawberry Crunch Cheesecake Bites
Delightful mini cheesecake bites with a crunchy graham cracker crust, topped with fresh strawberries and strawberry jam, perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
For the crust
- 1.5 cups crushed graham crackers Use fine crumbs for better structure.
- 0.5 cups unsalted butter, melted For binding the crust.
For the cheesecake filling
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened Make sure it's at room temperature for smooth mixing.
- 0.5 cups granulated sugar Sweetens the filling.
- 1 tsp vanilla extract Adds flavor to the filling.
- 1 cup whipped topping For a light and airy texture.
For the topping
- 0.25 cups strawberry jam For coating the strawberries.
- 1 cup fresh strawberries, diced Freshly diced for a burst of flavor.
- Additional crushed graham crackers for topping For extra crunch on top.
- Fresh mint leaves for garnish (optional) Enhances presentation.
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a medium bowl, combine the crushed graham crackers and melted butter. Mix well until all crumbs are moistened.
- Press the crumb mixture into the bottom of a greased mini muffin tin. Bake for about 5 minutes or until lightly golden. Let cool.
Making the Filling
- In a mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese until smooth.
- Gradually add the granulated sugar and vanilla extract, mixing until well incorporated.
- Gently fold in the whipped topping until smooth and creamy.
Assembling the Bites
- Spoon the cheesecake filling into the cooled crusts, filling each one generously.
- In a separate bowl, mix the diced strawberries with strawberry jam until well coated.
- Top each cheesecake bite with the strawberry mixture, distributing evenly.
- Sprinkle additional crushed graham crackers over the top.
Final Steps
- Refrigerate the bites for at least 2 hours to set before serving.
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Notes
For better texture, ensure cream cheese is softened. You can customize flavors by using different fruits or adding lemon zest.