Mini Chocolate Cheesecake Bites Recipe
Indulge in these delightful Mini Chocolate Cheesecake Bites that are perfect for satisfying your sweet cravings. These mini treats are rich, creamy, and topped with a decadent chocolate drizzle.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 2 hours 40 minutes
- Yield: Makes 24 mini cheesecakes 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
For the crust:
- 1 cup graham cracker crumbs (or chocolate cookie crumbs for extra chocolate flavor)
- 3 tbsp sugar
- 1/4 cup melted butter
For the cheesecake filling:
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/4 cup sour cream (for creaminess)
- 1/2 cup semi-sweet or milk chocolate chips (melted)
- 1 egg
For the topping:
- 1/4 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips (for drizzling)
- Whipped cream (optional, for garnish)
- Mini chocolate shavings or sprinkles (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Preheat the oven to 325°F (165°C). Line a muffin tin with mini cupcake liners for easy removal.
- Prepare the crust: In a small bowl, mix graham cracker crumbs, sugar, and melted butter. Press the crust into each cupcake liner.
- Make the cheesecake filling: Beat cream cheese until smooth, then add powdered sugar, vanilla, sour cream, and melted chocolate. Mix in the egg.
- Fill the cupcake liners: Spoon the cheesecake mixture over the crust in the muffin tins.
- Bake: Bake for 18-20 minutes until set. Cool in the pan, then transfer to a wire rack.
- Add the chocolate topping: Drizzle melted chocolate over the cheesecakes. Top with whipped cream and chocolate shavings if desired.
- Chill: Refrigerate for at least 2 hours before serving.
Notes
- You can customize the crust by using chocolate cookie crumbs for a more intense chocolate flavor.
- Ensure the cream cheese is softened for a smooth filling texture.
- Drizzle the chocolate topping artistically for an elegant presentation.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 mini cheesecake
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 35mg
Keywords: Mini Chocolate Cheesecake Bites, Cheesecake Recipe, Chocolate Dessert
