Description
Strawberry cheesecake crunch bites bring sweet summer memories to life with creamy cheesecake and crisp graham cracker layers. Delightful bite-sized treats promise pure indulgence that will make you crave more with each irresistible morsel.
Ingredients
Scale
Cheesecake Base:
- 250 g / 8.8 oz cream cheese
- 120 ml / 4 fl oz heavy cream
- 100 g / 3.5 oz granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Strawberry Layer:
- 200 g / 7 oz fresh strawberries
- 50 g / 1.8 oz strawberry jam
- 2 tbsp lemon juice
Crunch Topping:
- 150 g / 5.3 oz graham crackers
- 75 g / 2.6 oz butter
- 50 g / 1.8 oz sliced almonds
- 2 tbsp brown sugar
- 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
Instructions
- Crush graham crackers into fine crumbs, then mix with melted butter, brown sugar, and cinnamon to create a fragrant, textured base.
- Press the cracker mixture firmly into a lined baking pan, ensuring an even, compact layer that will serve as the crispy foundation.
- In a mixing bowl, whip cream cheese until smooth and creamy, gradually incorporating granulated sugar to eliminate any lumps.
- Gently fold in eggs and vanilla extract, stirring carefully to maintain a silky, uniform cheesecake mixture without overmixing.
- Pour the cheesecake batter over the prepared graham cracker crust, spreading evenly with a spatula to create a level surface.
- Bake at 325°F (165°C) for 25-30 minutes, or until the edges are set and the center has a slight wobble when gently shaken.
- While cooling, hull and dice fresh strawberries, then combine with strawberry jam and lemon juice in a small saucepan.
- Simmer the strawberry mixture over medium heat for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally until it thickens into a vibrant, glossy compote.
- Once the cheesecake base has cooled completely, spread the strawberry layer evenly across the surface.
- Sprinkle sliced almonds over the strawberry layer, creating a decorative and crunchy topping.
- Refrigerate for at least 3 hours or overnight to allow the layers to set and flavors to meld together.
- Cut into bite-sized squares, ensuring each piece has a perfect balance of creamy cheesecake, fruity strawberries, and nutty crunch.
Notes
- Swap graham crackers with gluten-free alternatives like almond flour or crushed gluten-free cookies for a celiac-friendly version.
- Reduce sugar content by using stevia or monk fruit sweetener, maintaining the dessert’s delightful sweetness without extra calories.
- Experiment with different fruits like raspberries or blueberries to create unique flavor variations that complement the creamy cheesecake base.
- Use room temperature ingredients to prevent lumpy cheesecake and ensure a smooth, silky texture that melts in your mouth.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Desserts, Snacks
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 12
- Calories: 240
- Sugar: 14 g
- Sodium: 150 mg
- Fat: 15 g
- Saturated Fat: 9 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 24 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 3 g
- Cholesterol: 70 mg