Strawberry Cheesecake Crunch Bites
Ingredients:
For the Crust:
1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs
1/4 cup granulated sugar
1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
For the Cheesecake Filling:
8 oz cream cheese, softened
1/2 cup powdered sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/2 cup sour cream
For the Crunch Topping:
1/2 cup granola or crushed cereal
1/4 cup chopped pecans (optional)
2 tablespoons butter, melted
For the Strawberry Topping:
1 1/2 cups fresh strawberries, diced
2 tablespoons granulated sugar
Directions:
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a mini muffin tin with paper liners or lightly grease the wells.
To make the crust, combine graham cracker crumbs, sugar, and melted butter in a bowl. Stir until the mixture is evenly coated.
Press a tablespoon of the crust mixture into the bottom of each muffin well to form a crust layer. Bake for 5-7 minutes, or until golden. Remove from the oven and set aside to cool.
For the cheesecake filling, beat the softened cream cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract in a medium bowl until smooth and creamy. Add the sour cream and mix until fully combined.
Spoon or pipe a generous amount of the cheesecake filling into each cooled muffin well over the crust. Smooth the tops with a spatula.
For the crunch topping, combine granola (or crushed cereal), chopped pecans (if using), and melted butter in a small bowl. Stir until the mixture is well coated.
Sprinkle the crunch topping over each cheesecake bite, pressing gently to ensure it sticks.
Return to the oven and bake for 8-10 minutes, until the topping is golden and the cheesecake filling is set. Let cool to room temperature.
For the strawberry topping, toss the diced strawberries with sugar in a small bowl. Let them sit for 5-10 minutes to release their juices.
Spoon the strawberry topping over the cooled cheesecake crunch bites just before serving.
Refrigerate any leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cooking Time: 15-20 minutes
Total Time: 35-40 minutes
Kcal: 150 kcal per bite
Servings: 12 bites
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