Description
Delicious and easy No-Bake Cheesecake Bites featuring a creamy cheesecake center coated in rich chocolate, perfect for quick dessert cravings without any baking required.
Ingredients
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Cheesecake Mixture
- 8 oz cream cheese, room temperature
- 4 tbsp butter, room temperature
- 1/2 cup graham cracker crumbs, crushed
- 4 cups powdered sugar
Chocolate Coating
- 10 oz chocolate chips or almond bark
Instructions
- Prepare Cheesecake Mixture: In a large bowl, mix the cream cheese and butter together until fully combined and smooth.
- Add Graham Cracker Crumbs: Stir in the crushed graham cracker crumbs and mix well to evenly distribute.
- Incorporate Powdered Sugar: Add the powdered sugar gradually, about 1 cup at a time, mixing thoroughly after each addition until the mixture is well combined.
- Chill Mixture: Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate the cheesecake mixture for at least 1 hour to firm up.
- Form Cheesecake Balls: Scoop the chilled mixture into small balls using a spoon or ice cream scoop, then roll between your palms to shape evenly. Arrange the balls on a piece of parchment paper.
- Firm Cheesecake Balls: Place the balls in the refrigerator for 10-20 minutes to make them firm and easier to dip.
- Melt Chocolate: Melt the chocolate chips or almond bark according to package instructions, using a microwave or double boiler method.
- Dip Cheesecake Balls: Dip each cheesecake ball into the melted chocolate, coating completely. Use a fork or toothpick to lift them out, allowing excess chocolate to drip off.
- Cool and Harden: Place the chocolate-coated cheesecake bites back onto the parchment paper and allow the chocolate to harden at room temperature or in the refrigerator.
- Store: Store the finished cheesecake bites in the refrigerator for the best taste and texture until ready to serve.
Notes
- Ensure cream cheese and butter are at room temperature for easier mixing.
- Chilling the mixture and formed balls helps maintain shape during dipping.
- You can substitute almond bark with milk, dark, or white chocolate chips depending on your preference.
- Store cheesecake bites refrigerated and consume within 3-5 days for optimal freshness.
- For a festive touch, sprinkle crushed nuts or colored sprinkles over the chocolate before it hardens.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bite (approx. 20g)
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 90mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2.5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 13g
- Fiber: 0.5g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
