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Surprise Inside Cheesecake Bites

  • Author: simplemealsbykim
  • Prep Time: 20 mins
  • Cook Time: 18 mins
  • Total Time: 2 hrs 38 mins
  • Yield: 24 mini bites
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

Decadent cheesecake bites with a surprise filling—mini chocolate ganache centers wrapped in creamy cheesecake and topped with graham cracker crumbs.


Ingredients

  • 8 oz cream cheese, softened
  • ¼ cup granulated sugar
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 egg
  • 2 oz semisweet chocolate
  • 2 tbsp heavy cream
  • ¼ cup graham cracker crumbs


Instructions

  1. Line a mini muffin tin with paper liners.
  2. Melt chocolate with heavy cream until smooth; cool and form into small balls.
  3. Beat cream cheese, sugar, and vanilla until smooth.
  4. Add egg and mix just until combined.
  5. Fill each liner halfway with cheesecake mixture.
  6. Press one chocolate ball into the center of each.
  7. Top with more cheesecake mixture to cover filling.
  8. Sprinkle with graham cracker crumbs.
  9. Bake at 325°F (163°C) for 15‑18 minutes, until edges set.
  10. Cool completely, then chill at least 2 hours before serving.

Notes

  • Use full‑fat cream cheese for best texture.
  • Let ganache centers cool slightly to prevent sinking.
  • Store in airtight container in refrigerator up to 5 days.
  • Freeze extras and thaw in fridge before serving.