Mini Chocolate Cheesecake Bites
Delicious and adorable bite-sized chocolate cheesecake treats with a graham cracker crust, perfect for sharing and satisfying your sweet tooth.
Ingredients
For the crust
- 1 cup Graham cracker crumbs for the base
- 1/4 cup Unsalted butter, melted to bind the crust
For the filling
- 8 oz Cream cheese, softened for a smooth filling
- 1/3 cup Granulated sugar for sweetness
- 1/4 cup Cocoa powder to enhance the chocolate flavor
- 1 Egg to set and create a creamy texture
- 1 tsp Vanilla extract for a warm undertone
- 1/2 cup Chocolate chips optional, for garnish or additional chocolate flavor
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat the oven to 325°F (160°C).
- In a medium bowl, combine the graham cracker crumbs with the melted butter until it resembles wet sand. Press this mixture firmly into the bottom of a mini muffin tin to form the base.
- In another bowl, beat the softened cream cheese and granulated sugar until smooth. Add in the cocoa powder and mix until well combined.
- Gently mix in the egg and vanilla extract until the mixture is completely smooth.
- Pour the chocolate cheesecake mixture over the prepared crust in the mini muffin tin, filling each cup about two-thirds full.
- Place the muffin tin in the preheated oven and bake for 15-18 minutes or until the edges are set but the center is still slightly jiggly.
- Remove the bites from the oven and allow them to cool for a bit. Once slightly cooled, transfer them to the fridge and chill for at least 2 hours to fully set.
- Carefully pop the bites out of the muffin tin, garnish with chocolate chips if desired, and enjoy the rich, creamy goodness!
Notes
To ensure the perfect texture, make sure cream cheese is at room temperature and do not overmix the filling. Chill thoroughly for best results. Experiment with flavors by adding espresso powder for a mocha twist or peppermint extract for a refreshing variant.