Strawberry Crunch Cheesecake Bites are a delicious mini dessert that combines creamy cheesecake, a sweet strawberry crunch topping, and a buttery cookie crust — all in bite-sized portions! Here’s a full recipe to make them:
🍓 Strawberry Crunch Cheesecake Bites Recipe
⭐ Yields: 24 mini bites
⏱️ Prep Time: 25 mins | Cook Time: 20 mins | Chill Time: 2 hours
Ingredients
Crust:
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1 cup graham cracker crumbs (or golden Oreos crushed)
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3 tbsp melted butter
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2 tbsp sugar (optional)
Cheesecake Filling:
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2 (8 oz) blocks cream cheese, softened
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1/2 cup granulated sugar
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2 large eggs
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1 tsp vanilla extract
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1/4 cup sour cream
Strawberry Crunch Topping:
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10 Golden Oreos, crushed
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3 tbsp strawberry gelatin powder (like Jell-O)
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2 tbsp unsalted butter, melted
Instructions
1. Prep:
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Preheat your oven to 325°F (163°C).
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Line a mini muffin pan with liners or lightly grease it.
2. Make the Crust:
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In a bowl, mix graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and sugar.
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Press about 1 tablespoon of the mixture into the bottom of each muffin cup.
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Bake crusts for 5 minutes. Let cool while making filling.
3. Make the Cheesecake Filling:
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Beat cream cheese and sugar until smooth.
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Add eggs one at a time, beating after each.
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Mix in vanilla and sour cream until well combined.
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Spoon the cheesecake filling over the crusts, filling nearly to the top.
4. Bake:
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Bake at 325°F for 15–18 minutes, or until centers are set.
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Let cool at room temperature, then refrigerate for at least 2 hours (or overnight).
5. Make Strawberry Crunch Topping:
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Combine crushed Golden Oreos, strawberry gelatin powder, and melted butter in a bowl. Mix until crumbly and vibrant pink.
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Sprinkle over chilled cheesecake bites before serving.
💡 Optional Extras:
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Drizzle with white chocolate
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Top with fresh strawberry slices or whipped cream
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Freeze for 30 mins before serving for a firmer texture