Mini Chocolate Cheesecake Bites
Indulge in these delightful mini chocolate cheesecake bites, combining rich chocolate flavor with creamy cheesecake in perfect portions.
Ingredients
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 Filling
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened Use room temperature for a smoother filling
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/4 cup sour cream For added creaminess
- 1/2 cup semi-sweet or milk chocolate chips, melted
- 1 egg
For Topping
- 1/4 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips, for drizzling
- Whipped cream, optional, for garnish
- Mini chocolate shavings or sprinkles, optional, for garnish
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 325°F (160°C).
- In a mixing bowl, combine the graham cracker crumbs, sugar, and melted butter to create the crust.
- Press the mixture firmly into the bottom of mini muffin tins to form the crust.
Filling
- In another bowl, beat the softened cream cheese until it is smooth and creamy.
- Add the powdered sugar, vanilla extract, sour cream, melted chocolate chips, and egg to the cream cheese, mixing until well combined.
Baking
- Pour the cheesecake filling over the crust in the muffin tins, filling each cup about 3/4 full.
- Bake for 15-20 minutes, or until the centers are set.
- Remove from the oven and let cool completely.
Serving
- Drizzle with melted chocolate chips and garnish with whipped cream and chocolate shavings or sprinkles if desired.
Notes
Store mini chocolate cheesecake bites in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week. Can be frozen individually for extended storage. Consider adding mint extract or orange zest for flavor variations.