Description
Delight in these Berry Swirl Cheesecake Bites featuring a buttery graham cracker crust, creamy cheesecake filling, and a luscious mixed berry swirl on top. Perfect as a bite-sized dessert for parties or a sweet treat any time.
Ingredients
Scale
For the crust:
- 1 cup graham cracker crumbs
- 2 tablespoons sugar
- 3 tablespoons melted butter
For the filling:
- 16 oz cream cheese, softened
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ¼ cup sour cream
For the berry swirl:
- ½ cup mixed berries (strawberries, raspberries, blueberries)
- 1 tablespoon sugar
- 1 teaspoon lemon juice
Instructions
- Prepare the oven and pan: Preheat the oven to 325°F (163°C) and line a mini muffin tin with paper liners or lightly grease it to prevent sticking.
- Make the crust: In a small bowl, combine the graham cracker crumbs, sugar, and melted butter until well mixed. Press about 1 teaspoon of this mixture into the bottom of each mini muffin cup to form the crust base.
- Cook the berry swirl: In a saucepan over medium heat, combine the mixed berries, sugar, and lemon juice. Cook for 5–7 minutes or until the berries break down and the mixture slightly thickens. Optionally, press through a fine mesh sieve to remove seeds and let the sauce cool.
- Prepare the cheesecake filling: In a large bowl, beat the softened cream cheese and sugar until smooth and creamy. Add the eggs one at a time, mixing thoroughly after each addition. Then, mix in the vanilla extract and sour cream until everything is fully combined.
- Assemble the bites: Spoon the cheesecake batter evenly over each crust in the mini muffin cups, filling them about ¾ full. Drop a small spoonful of the cooled berry sauce on top of each and swirl gently using a toothpick or skewer to create a marbled effect.
- Bake: Bake the cheesecake bites for 15–18 minutes or until the centers are set and slightly firm to the touch.
- Cool and chill: Allow the bites to cool completely at room temperature, then refrigerate for at least 2 hours to set fully before serving.
Notes
- You can use either fresh or frozen berries for the swirl depending on availability.
- These cheesecake bites freeze well for up to 1 month; thaw them in the refrigerator before serving.
