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Mini Chocolate Cheesecake Bites

Mini Chocolate Cheesecake Bites for Irresistible Indulgence

Indulge in Mini Chocolate Cheesecake Bites, a delightful blend of chocolate crust and creamy cheesecake that will satisfy any sweet tooth.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Chilling Time 2 hours
Total Time 2 hours 30 minutes
Servings: 12 bites
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Crust
  • 1.5 cups Chocolate Cookie Crumbs Use crushed Oreos or chocolate wafer cookies for a rich base.
  • 0.5 cups Melted Butter Binds the crust together.
For the Cheesecake Filling
  • 8 oz Cream Cheese Use full-fat and softened.
  • 0.5 cups Granulated Sugar Sweetens the filling.
  • 1 large Egg Acts as a binder.
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract Enhances flavor.
For the Ganache Topping
  • 0.5 cups Heavy Cream Creates silky texture.
  • 1 cup Semi-Sweet Chocolate Chips Essential for glossy topping.

Equipment

  • mini muffin tin
  • Mixing bowl
  • hand mixer
  • small saucepan

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 325°F (163°C) and line the mini muffin tin with paper liners.
  2. Mix chocolate cookie crumbs with melted butter, then press into the lined muffin tin. Bake for 5 minutes and cool.
  3. Beat softened cream cheese until smooth, then add sugar, egg, and vanilla. Mix until combined.
  4. Spoon cheesecake filling into crusts until three-quarters full.
  5. Bake for 13-15 minutes until set but slightly jiggly. Cool in the pan for 10 minutes.
  6. Transfer to a wire rack and chill in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours.
  7. Heat heavy cream until simmering, then mix in chocolate until smooth for the ganache.
  8. Spoon ganache over each cheesecake bite, adding a drop on top for decoration.
  9. Serve chilled and enjoy!

Nutrition

Serving: 1biteCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 2gFat: 9gSaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 120mgPotassium: 60mgSugar: 8gVitamin A: 200IUCalcium: 40mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Make sure all ingredients are at room temperature for best results. These bites can be made a day ahead; add ganache before serving.

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