Mini Strawberry Crunch Cheesecake Bites
These bite-sized cheesecakes feature a buttery graham cracker crust, creamy strawberry-infused filling, and a nostalgic strawberry crunch topping. Perfect for gatherings or a sweet indulgence!
Ingredients
For the Crust:
- 1 cup graham cracker crumbs
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter melted
For the Cheesecake Filling:
- 8 oz cream cheese softened
- ⅓ cup granulated sugar
- ¼ cup sour cream
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ½ cup chopped fresh strawberries
For the Strawberry Crunch Topping:
- 10 –12 Golden Oreos crushed
- 2 tablespoons freeze-dried strawberries crushed
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter melted
Optional Garnish:
- Whipped cream
- Sliced fresh strawberries
Instructions
Preheat Oven:
- Preheat your oven to 325°F (163°C). Line a 12-cup muffin tin with paper liners.
Prepare the Crust:
- In a bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs, granulated sugar, and melted butter until the mixture resembles wet sand.
- Press approximately 1 tablespoon of the mixture into the bottom of each muffin liner.
- Bake for 5 minutes, then remove from oven and set aside to cool.
Make the Cheesecake Filling:
- In a mixing bowl, beat softened cream cheese and granulated sugar until smooth and creamy.
- Add sour cream, egg, and vanilla extract; mix until just combined.
- Gently fold in the chopped fresh strawberries.
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Assemble and Bake:
- Divide the cheesecake filling evenly among the prepared crusts in the muffin tin.
- Bake for 18–22 minutes, or until the centers are set.
- Allow the cheesecakes to cool in the pan for 30 minutes, then transfer to the refrigerator to chill for at least 2 hours.
Prepare the Strawberry Crunch Topping:
- In a bowl, mix crushed Golden Oreos and crushed freeze-dried strawberries.
- Stir in melted butter until the mixture is well combined and crumbly.
Top and Serve:
- Once the cheesecakes are chilled, spoon the strawberry crunch topping over each one, gently pressing to adhere.
- Garnish with whipped cream and sliced fresh strawberries, if desired.
- Serve chilled and enjoy!
Notes
- Ensure cream cheese is fully softened to achieve a smooth filling.
- Pat fresh strawberries dry to prevent excess moisture in the batter.
- For a different flavor, substitute strawberries with raspberries or blueberries.
- If freeze-dried strawberries are unavailable, consider using finely chopped dried strawberries or a small amount of strawberry-flavored gelatin powder for the topping.