23 Irresistible Mini Cheesecake Bites for Holiday Magic
Whimsical, creamy, and perfect for your next party hit! These mini cheesecake bites are easy to make and decorated with cute gnome toppers.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 18 minutes
- Total Time: 2 hours 38 minutes
- Yield: 12 mini cheesecakes 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup graham cracker crumbs
- 2 tbsp sugar
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter, melted
- 16 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup strawberry or raspberry pie filling
- Whipped cream
- Fresh strawberries or raspberries
- Decorative mini gnomes (optional)
- Powdered sugar (for dusting)
Instructions
- Mix graham cracker crumbs, sugar, and melted butter. Press into the bottom of lined muffin tins.
- Beat cream cheese and sugar until smooth. Add eggs one at a time, then mix in sour cream and vanilla.
- Pour filling over crusts and bake at 325°F (163°C) for 16–18 minutes until centers are set.
- Cool completely, then chill for at least 2 hours (overnight is best).
- Top with fruit filling, whipped cream, fresh berries, and optional gnomes. Dust with powdered sugar before serving.
Notes
- For best texture, ensure cream cheese is fully softened before mixing.
- Chilling overnight enhances flavor and firmness.
- Use any fruit topping or jam as an alternative.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 mini cheesecake
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 0.5g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 65mg
Find it online: https://www.homeydishes.com/mini-cheesecake-bites-recipe/