Chocolate Covered Cheesecake Bites
Ingredients
- Cheesecake Filling
- 8 ounces cream cheese softened
- ⅓ cup powdered sugar or granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 tablespoons heavy cream or sour cream
- ¾ cup graham cracker crumbs or finely crushed cookies
- Chocolate Coating
- 2 cups semi-sweet milk, or dark chocolate, chopped
- 1 tablespoon coconut oil or shortening
- Optional Toppings
- Crushed cookies or graham crackers
- Chocolate drizzle
- Sprinkles
- Chopped nuts
- Freeze-dried fruit
Instructions
- Beat softened cream cheese until completely smooth
- Add sugar and mix until fully incorporated
- Mix in vanilla extract and heavy cream or sour cream until creamy
- Fold in graham cracker crumbs until thick and scoopable
- Cover and refrigerate for 30–45 minutes until firm
- Scoop small portions and roll into smooth balls
- Place on a parchment-lined tray and chill for 10–15 minutes
- Melt chocolate with coconut oil using a microwave in short bursts or a double boiler
- Stir until smooth and fluid but not hot
- Dip chilled cheesecake bites into melted chocolate
- Lift with a fork and gently tap off excess chocolate
- Place coated bites back onto parchment paper
- Add toppings while chocolate is still wet if desired
- Refrigerate until chocolate is fully set
Notes
Cream cheese must be fully softened to avoid lumps
Chilling is essential for clean dipping
Use high-quality chocolate for best flavor and appearance
Let bites sit at room temperature briefly before serving for the creamiest texture