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Annie Graves

Mini Cheesecake Bites

5 from 2 votes
Make these Mini Cheesecake Bites! Creamy and delicious, these bite-sized treats are perfect for parties, snacks, or anytime dessert cravings.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 18 minutes
Chill Time 2 hours
Total Time 2 hours 33 minutes
Servings: 12
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 100
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Graham Cracker Crust
  • 1 cup graham cracker crumbs
  • 3 tbsp unsalted butter melted
  • 2 tbsp granulated sugar
Cheesecake Filling
  • 8 oz cream cheese softened
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 tbsp sour cream or Greek yogurt optional, for extra creaminess
Optional Toppings
  • Fresh berries
  • Whipped cream
  • Chocolate ganache
  • Caramel drizzle
Substitutions
  • Gluten-Free: Use gluten-free graham cracker crumbs.
  • Dairy-Free: Use dairy-free cream cheese and yogurt alternatives.

Method
 

Preheat the Oven
  1. Preheat your oven to 325°F (165°C).
  2. Line a mini muffin tin with paper liners or grease it well with cooking spray.
Make the Graham Cracker Crust
  1. In a medium bowl, combine the graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and sugar.
  2. Stir until the mixture resembles wet sand.
  3. Press about 1 tsp of the crust mixture into the bottom of each mini muffin cup, pressing down firmly.
  4. Set aside.
Prepare the Cheesecake Filling
  1. In a mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese and sugar until smooth and creamy, about 2-3 minutes.
  2. Add the egg, vanilla extract, and sour cream (if using) and mix until well combined.
Assemble the Cheesecake Bites
  1. Spoon about 1 tbsp of the cheesecake filling over each crust, filling the cups almost to the top.
Bake the Cheesecake Bites
  1. Bake in the preheated oven for 15-18 minutes, or until the cheesecake is set and the edges are just beginning to turn golden.
  2. Allow the cheesecake bites to cool in the tin for 10 minutes, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Chill the Cheesecake Bites
  1. Once the cheesecake bites are cool, place them in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours to fully set.
Serve
  1. Top the Mini Cheesecake Bites with your favorite toppings, such as fresh berries, whipped cream, or a drizzle of chocolate ganache.
  2. Serve chilled and enjoy!

Notes

Nutritional Information (Per Bite):

  • Calories: 90-100
  • Carbohydrates: 8g
  • Protein: 2g
  • Fat: 6g
  • Saturated Fat: 3g
  • Sodium: 70mg
  • Fiber: 0g
  • Sugar: 5g

Notes/Advice:

  • Additions/Subtractions:
    • For an extra-rich texture, add a dollop of sour cream or Greek yogurt to the cheesecake filling.
    • Adjust the sweetness to your liking by adding a bit more sugar if desired.
    • Use a mini cookie scoop to help with even filling distribution.