Strawberry Cheesecake Strawberry Bites
Strawberry Cheesecake Strawberry Bites are a delightful, bite-sized dessert combining fresh strawberries with a creamy, tangy cream cheese filling and a crunchy graham cracker topping. Easy to make with minimal ingredients and prep time, these sweet treats are perfect for parties, snacks, or any occasion craving a fresh and creamy dessert.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes (including chilling time)
- Yield: About 15-20 bites, depending on size of strawberries 1x
- Category: Appetizers
- Method: No bake
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten Free (if using gluten-free graham crackers or substitutions)
Ingredients
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Ingredients
- Fresh strawberries (ripe and juicy, quantity as desired)
- 4 oz softened cream cheese
- 2 tablespoons powdered sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 tablespoons graham cracker crumbs
Instructions
- Prepare the Strawberries: Wash the strawberries thoroughly and pat them dry. Slice off the tops and carefully hollow out a small cavity in each strawberry using a melon baller or a small spoon to create space for the cheesecake filling.
- Make the Cheesecake Filling: In a medium bowl, beat softened cream cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract together until smooth, creamy, and well combined. The mixture should be fluffy and spreadable.
- Fill the Strawberries: Using a small spoon or piping bag, carefully fill each hollowed strawberry with the cream cheese mixture, ensuring each bite is packed with delicious filling.
- Add the Crunch: Sprinkle graham cracker crumbs over the top of the filled strawberries to add a delightful crunch that contrasts perfectly with the creamy filling.
- Chill and Serve: Place the filled strawberries on a tray or plate and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the filling to firm up and flavors to meld before serving.
Notes
- Choose ripe but firm strawberries to hold their shape better when hollowed and filled.
- Soften cream cheese well to ensure a smooth texture without lumps in the filling.
- Use a piping bag for neatness and even filling.
- Chill before serving to improve flavor and filling consistency.
- Add graham cracker crumbs right before serving for maximum crunch.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bite
- Calories: 50
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 30mg
- Fat: 3g
- Saturated Fat: 1.8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: 0.5g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 10mg
Keywords: strawberry, cheesecake, bite-sized dessert, no bake, quick dessert, party snack, gluten free option
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