Description
Deliciously creamy cheesecake bites swirled with a vibrant mixed berry puree, these bite-sized treats are perfect for any occasion, especially gatherings and celebrations.
Ingredients
Scale
For the Crust:
- 1 cup graham cracker crumbs
- 3 tbsp granulated sugar
- 5 tbsp melted unsalted butter
For the Cheesecake:
- 16 oz cream cheese, softened
- 2/3 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/4 cup sour cream
For the Berry Swirl:
- 1/2 cup mixed berry puree (strawberries, blueberries, raspberries)
- 2 tbsp sugar
Instructions
- Preheat & Prep: Preheat your oven to 325°F (163°C). Line a 12-cup muffin tin with paper liners.
- Make the Crust: In a bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs, sugar, and melted butter. Mix until evenly coated. Press about 1 tbsp of the mixture into each liner, pressing down firmly. Bake for 5 minutes, then let cool.
- Prepare the Cheesecake Batter: In a large bowl, beat cream cheese and sugar until smooth. Add eggs, one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Mix in vanilla extract and sour cream until smooth and creamy.
- Create the Berry Swirl: In a separate bowl, combine the berry puree and sugar. Drop small spoonfuls of the puree onto each cheesecake and use a toothpick to create swirls.
- Bake the Cheesecake Bites: Pour the cheesecake batter over each crust, filling the liners about 3/4 full. Swirl the berry mixture into each bite. Bake for 18-22 minutes, or until the centers are set.
- Cool & Chill: Let the cheesecake bites cool completely, then refrigerate for at least 2 hours before serving.
Notes
- Ensure the cream cheese is softened for a smooth batter.
- You can substitute the mixed berries with your favorite berry or use a single type for a more pronounced flavor.
- Prep Time: 15 mins
- Cook Time: 22 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bite
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 10
- Sodium: 100mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 40mg