Ingredients
Equipment
Method
Preparation Steps
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). In a medium bowl, mix the graham cracker crumbs with melted butter until the mixture resembles wet sand. Press this mixture firmly into the bottom of an 8-inch baking dish to form an even layer. Bake for 10 minutes, then remove from the oven and let it cool completely before proceeding to the next step.
- In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese using an electric mixer until smooth and creamy. Gradually add the powdered sugar and vanilla extract, continuing to mix until well combined and free of lumps. Carefully fold in the whipped topping and diced fresh strawberries until the mixture is homogenous, ensuring not to deflate the airy texture from the whipped cream.
- Spread the creamy cheesecake filling evenly over the cooled crust in the baking dish. Use a spatula to smooth the top and create an even layer. Next, generously sprinkle the strawberry crunch topping over the cheesecake layer, covering the entire surface.
- Cover the baking dish with plastic wrap or foil and place it in the refrigerator. Allow your Strawberry Crunch Cheesecake Bites to chill for at least 4 hours, ideally overnight, so they can set properly.
- Once set, carefully lift your cheesecake bites out of the dish using the parchment overhang, if available. Cut them into squares, ranging from bite-sized to larger pieces, as per your preference. Serve these Strawberry Crunch Cheesecake Bites chilled, optionally garnishing with extra fresh strawberries or a dollop of whipped cream.
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Notes
Ensure your cream cheese is at room temperature to avoid lumps. Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3-4 days or freeze for up to 2 months.
