Description
Indulge in these creamy Raspberry Cream Cheese Bites featuring a buttery graham cracker crust, smooth cream cheese filling, and a delightful raspberry topping. Perfect for parties, brunch, or a sweet snack!
Ingredients
Scale
For the Crust:
- 1 cup graham cracker crumbs
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
For the Cream Cheese Filling:
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg, room temperature
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
For the Raspberry Topping:
- 1/4 cup raspberry jam or preserves
- 1/2 cup fresh raspberries (optional for added texture)
Instructions
- Prepare the Crust: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a mini muffin tin or regular muffin tin with liners, or lightly grease with cooking spray. In a small bowl, mix the graham cracker crumbs, granulated sugar, and melted butter until combined. Spoon about 1 tablespoon into each muffin cup and press down firmly to form the crust. Set aside.
- Prepare the Cream Cheese Filling: In a medium bowl, beat the cream cheese and sugar until smooth. Add the egg, vanilla extract, and lemon juice, mixing until fully combined.
- Assemble the Bites: Spoon the cream cheese mixture over the crust in the muffin cups, filling each about 3/4 full. Add a small dollop of raspberry jam on top and swirl gently with a toothpick. Optionally, place a fresh raspberry in the center.
- Bake: Bake for 15-18 minutes for mini bites or 20-22 minutes for regular-sized bites, until edges are set and tops are slightly puffed. Remove from the oven and cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
- Chill and Serve: Refrigerate the bites for at least 1 hour to firm up. Serve chilled and enjoy!
Notes
- Storage: Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Tip: Allow cream cheese to soften at room temperature for easier mixing.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15-22 mins
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bite
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 90mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 30mg