Here’s a detailed recipe for Strawberry Crunch Cheesecake Bites! They’re super delicious, easy to make, and perfect for a sweet treat or party dessert.
Strawberry Crunch Cheesecake Bites Recipe
Ingredients:
For the Strawberry Crunch Topping:
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1 cup strawberry Jello (the powdered kind)
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1 cup golden Oreo cookies (or regular Oreos, if you prefer)
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1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
For the Cheesecake Bites:
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1 (8 oz) package cream cheese, softened
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1/2 cup powdered sugar
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1/2 cup whipped topping (like Cool Whip)
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1 teaspoon vanilla extract
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1/2 cup graham cracker crumbs (for a bit of texture in the cheesecake)
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1/4 cup white chocolate chips or vanilla chips (optional, for extra flavor)
For Dipping:
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1/4 cup white chocolate or milk chocolate (optional, for drizzling or dipping)
Instructions:
1. Prepare the Strawberry Crunch Topping:
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Crush the Oreos: Place the Oreo cookies in a ziplock bag or food processor and crush them into fine crumbs. You want a texture similar to sand, so the chunks are small.
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Mix with Jello: In a large bowl, combine the crushed Oreos with the strawberry Jello powder. Stir them together.
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Add the Butter: Melt your butter and pour it over the Oreo-Jello mixture. Stir until everything is well coated. This will help the crumbs stick together and give them a nice crunch.
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Set aside and let it cool while you prepare the cheesecake bites.
2. Make the Cheesecake Bites:
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Prepare the Cheesecake Base: In a medium mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese with an electric mixer until smooth and creamy.
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Add Sugar and Vanilla: Mix in the powdered sugar and vanilla extract until everything is combined.
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Incorporate the Whipped Topping: Gently fold in the whipped topping (Cool Whip). This gives the cheesecake mixture its light and fluffy texture.
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Add Graham Cracker Crumbs: Stir in the graham cracker crumbs for a bit of crunch and added flavor.
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Optional: If you’re using the white chocolate or vanilla chips, stir them in now.
3. Shape the Cheesecake Bites:
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Use a tablespoon or cookie scoop to portion out small amounts of the cheesecake mixture. Roll them into balls using your hands (about 1-1.5 inch in diameter).
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Place them onto a lined baking sheet or tray.
4. Coat the Cheesecake Bites:
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Roll in the Strawberry Crunch Topping: Take each cheesecake ball and roll it in the strawberry crunch mixture until it’s fully coated. The sweet, crunchy bits will stick to the cheesecake, creating a nice texture contrast.
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Place the coated cheesecake bites back onto the tray. If desired, drizzle some melted white or milk chocolate over the top for an extra touch of sweetness.
5. Chill the Cheesecake Bites:
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Place the tray of cheesecake bites in the fridge for at least 1-2 hours, or until they are firm and set. This helps them hold their shape and makes them easier to eat.
6. Serve:
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Once chilled, the cheesecake bites are ready to be served! You can also keep them in the fridge until you’re ready to serve, or even store them in an airtight container for a few days.
Tips:
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If you want to make these bites even more fun, you can try rolling them in crushed graham crackers or even mini chocolate chips instead of the strawberry crunch topping!
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For an extra burst of flavor, add a tiny bit of strawberry jam or fresh diced strawberries to the center of each bite before rolling them in the coating.