Strawberry Crunch Cheesecake Bites (Printer-Friendly)
Velvety cream cheese bites with fresh strawberries and a crisp strawberry cereal shell for a fruity, crunchy contrast.
# What You’ll Need:
→ Coating
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1 and 1/2 cups crushed strawberry-flavored cereal
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2 tablespoons granulated sugar
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3 tablespoons melted unsalted butter
→ Filling
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8 ounces brick-style cream cheese, softened
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2 tablespoons granulated sugar
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1 teaspoon vanilla extract
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1/3 cup sour cream
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1/2 cup heavy whipping cream
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3 tablespoons strawberry puree or strawberry jam
→ Garnish
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Fresh strawberries, chopped, for decorating
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Extra strawberry-flavored cereal for sprinkling
# Steps to Make This:
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In a medium bowl, combine crushed strawberry-flavored cereal, granulated sugar, and melted butter. Mix until the texture resembles wet sand. Set aside.
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Using a hand mixer, beat softened cream cheese and granulated sugar in a large bowl until smooth and light, with no lumps. Add vanilla extract and blend until just combined.
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In a separate bowl, whip heavy cream on high speed with a handheld mixer until stiff peaks form, ensuring a fluffy but stable consistency.
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Gently fold whipped cream into the cream cheese mixture. Swirl in sour cream and strawberry puree or jam until a uniform pink color and creamy texture are achieved.
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Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Using a small cookie scoop or spoon, portion the filling and roll into walnut-sized balls.
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Roll each cheesecake ball in the prepared coating mixture, pressing gently to ensure even adherence.
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Place coated bites on the baking sheet and refrigerate for at least 60 minutes to set.
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Before serving, top with chopped fresh strawberries and sprinkle extra strawberry-flavored cereal for added color and crunch.
# Additional Notes:
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Softened cream cheese ensures a smooth filling texture.
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Refrigerate for at least one hour to maintain shape and firmness.
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Rolling the bites quickly helps prevent sticking.