Description
These Snickerdoodle Cheesecake Bites are a delightful mini dessert combining the creamy richness of cheesecake with the warm, cinnamon-sugar flavor of classic snickerdoodles. Perfectly portioned bite-sized treats with a buttery graham cracker crust, smooth cream cheese filling, and a sweet cinnamon topping, ideal for parties or an indulgent snack.
Ingredients
Scale
Crust
- 1 cup graham cracker crumbs
- 3 tbsp sugar
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter, melted
Cheesecake Filling
- 16 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 large egg
Cinnamon-Sugar Topping
- 2 tbsp sugar
- 1 tsp cinnamon
Instructions
- Prepare the Crust: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a mini muffin tin with paper liners. In a small bowl, combine the graham cracker crumbs, sugar, and melted butter. Press about 1 tablespoon of this mixture into the bottom of each muffin liner to form an even crust layer.
- Make the Cheesecake Filling: In a mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese and sugar together until the mixture is smooth and creamy. Add the vanilla extract and the egg, continuing to mix until everything is fully combined with a smooth texture.
- Assemble the Cheesecake Bites: Evenly spoon the cheesecake filling over the prepared crusts in each muffin liner, filling almost to the top but leaving a little room for the topping.
- Add Cinnamon-Sugar Topping: In a separate small bowl, mix together the cinnamon and sugar. Sprinkle this cinnamon-sugar mixture evenly over the tops of the filled cheesecake bites.
- Bake: Place the muffin tin in the preheated oven and bake for 15-18 minutes, or until the cheesecake filling is set but still slightly jiggly in the center.
- Cool and Chill: Remove from the oven and allow the cheesecake bites to cool to room temperature. Once cooled, refrigerate them for at least 1 hour to chill and firm up.
- Serve: After chilling, carefully remove the cheesecake bites from the tin and peel off the liners. Serve these delicious treats cold for best flavor and texture.
Notes
- Ensure cream cheese is fully softened before mixing for a smoother filling.
- Do not overbake; the filling should be set but slightly jiggly to maintain a creamy texture.
- Chilling is crucial to allow the cheesecake bites to firm up and enhance flavor.
- Mini muffin tins and liners are necessary for shaping these bite-sized treats.
