Description
Easy no-bake Strawberry Cheesecake Crunch Bites with a creamy cheesecake center and a crunchy strawberry-flavored coating. Perfect for parties and gatherings!
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/4 cup heavy cream
- 1 1/2 cups crushed golden Oreos
- 1/2 cup freeze-dried strawberries
- 2 tbsp melted butter
- 1/4 cup strawberry gelatin mix
- 1 cup white chocolate or candy melts
- Fresh strawberries (optional for garnish)
Instructions
Step 1: Prepare the Cheesecake Filling
- In a mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese until smooth and creamy.
- Add powdered sugar and vanilla extract, mixing until fully combined.
- Gradually pour in heavy cream while beating until fluffy and well incorporated.
- Refrigerate the mixture for at least 30 minutes to firm up.
Step 2: Make the Crunch Coating
- In a food processor, blend crushed golden Oreos and freeze-dried strawberries until finely crumbled.
- Add melted butter and strawberry gelatin mix, pulsing until the mixture resembles a coarse crumble.
- Spread the crumble onto a baking sheet and let it dry for 10 minutes.
Step 3: Shape and Coat the Bites
- Using a small scoop or spoon, form the chilled cheesecake mixture into bite-sized balls.
- Place the balls on a parchment-lined tray and freeze for 15 minutes.
- Melt the white chocolate or candy melts in a microwave-safe bowl, stirring until smooth.
- Dip each cheesecake ball into the melted chocolate, then roll it in the crunchy strawberry coating.
- Return coated bites to the parchment-lined tray and refrigerate for 10-15 minutes to set.
Step 4: Serve and Enjoy
- Once set, transfer the cheesecake crunch bites to a serving dish.
- Garnish with fresh strawberries if desired and enjoy!
Notes
- Chocolate Lovers’ Version: Use milk or dark chocolate instead of white chocolate.
- Different Crunch Flavors: Swap golden Oreos with graham crackers, chocolate cookies, or vanilla wafers.
- Fruity Twists: Try freeze-dried raspberries, blueberries, or mango for a unique flavor.
- Nutty Addition: Add finely chopped almonds or pecans for extra crunch.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- chill time: 45 minutes
- Category: dessert
- Method: no bake
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: No-bake cheesecake bites, strawberry crunch dessert, easy cheesecake snacks, party dessert recipes, bite-sized cheesecake treats