Strawberry Crunch Cheesecake Bites (Printer-Friendly)
Creamy strawberry bites coated with crunchy cereal and a hint of vanilla, ideal for parties and sweet snacking.
# What You’ll Need:
→ Coating
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1 cup crushed strawberry-flavored cereal
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2 tablespoons granulated sugar
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2 tablespoons melted unsalted butter
→ Filling
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225 grams (8 oz) cream cheese, softened
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3 tablespoons granulated sugar
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1 teaspoon vanilla extract
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3 tablespoons sour cream
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120 ml (½ cup) heavy cream
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3 tablespoons strawberry puree or jam
→ Garnish
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Chopped fresh strawberries
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Extra crushed strawberry cereal
# Steps to Follow:
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Combine crushed strawberry cereal, sugar, and melted butter in a medium bowl. Mix until the texture resembles moist sand. Set aside.
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In a large bowl, beat softened cream cheese and sugar with a hand mixer until smooth and light. Add vanilla extract and mix until just combined.
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Whip the heavy cream in a separate bowl using a hand mixer on high speed until stiff peaks form.
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Fold the whipped cream gently into the cream cheese mixture. Stir in sour cream and swirl in strawberry puree or jam until evenly colored and creamy.
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Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Using a small cookie scoop or spoon, portion the mixture and roll into walnut-sized balls.
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Roll each cheesecake ball in the prepared coating, pressing gently to ensure the coating adheres evenly.
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Place coated bites on the baking sheet and refrigerate for at least 60 minutes until set.
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Before serving, top with chopped fresh strawberries and an extra sprinkle of crushed strawberry cereal for color and texture.
# Helpful Hints:
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For best results, ensure cream cheese is softened and chill bites thoroughly to maintain shape.
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These bites keep well refrigerated for up to three days or frozen up to one month when individually wrapped.