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Chocolate Covered Cheesecake Bites

Decadent, bite-sized squares of creamy vanilla cheesecake with a buttery graham cracker crust, completely enrobed in a snappy chocolate shell. The perfect make-ahead party dessert.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 4 hours
Servings: 36 bites
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American, Party Food
Calories: 140
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Crust
  • 1.5 cups graham cracker crumbs
  • 6 tbsp unsalted butter melted
  • 0.25 cup granulated sugar
Cheesecake Filling
  • 16 oz cream cheese softened to room temp
  • 0.5 cup granulated sugar
  • 0.25 cup sour cream
  • 2 eggs large, room temp
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
Coating
  • 2 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips
  • 2 tbsp coconut oil

Equipment

  • 8x8 inch baking pan
  • Mixing bowls
  • Electric Mixer
  • Parchment paper
  • Microwave-safe bowl

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 325°F (163°C). Line an 8x8 inch pan with parchment paper, leaving an overhang.
  2. Mix graham cracker crumbs, 1/4 cup sugar, and melted butter. Press firmly into the bottom of the pan.
  3. Bake crust for 10 minutes. Set aside to cool slightly.
  4. Beat cream cheese and 1/2 cup sugar until smooth. Add sour cream and vanilla.
  5. Add eggs one at a time, mixing on low speed just until combined. Pour over crust.
  6. Bake for 30-35 minutes until set but slightly jiggly in center. Cool to room temp.
  7. Freeze the cheesecake in the pan for at least 3 hours until solid.
  8. Lift out of pan and slice into small squares.
  9. Melt chocolate chips and coconut oil in microwave until smooth.
  10. Dip frozen squares into chocolate, shake off excess, and place on parchment to set.

Notes

Ensure cheesecake is completely frozen before dipping for best results.