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Cheesecake Bites Recipe

A crowd-pleasing dessert featuring a crunchy graham cracker crust and a velvet-smooth, tangy cream cheese filling cut into perfect miniature squares.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 5 hours
Course Dessert
Cuisine American
Servings 16 bites
Calories 155 kcal

Equipment

Ingredients
  

The Crust

  • 1.5 cups Graham Cracker Crumbs
  • 5 tablespoons Unsalted Butter Melted
  • 2 tablespoons Granulated Sugar

The Filling

  • 16 oz Cream Cheese Softened
  • 2/3 cup Granulated Sugar
  • 2 Large Eggs Room temperature
  • 1/4 cup Sour Cream
  • 1 teaspoon Pure Vanilla Extract
  • 1/2 teaspoon Fresh Lemon Juice

Instructions
 

  • Preheat your oven to 325°F (163°C) and line an 8x8 inch baking pan with parchment paper.
  • In a medium bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs, 2 tablespoons sugar, and melted butter until it resembles wet sand.
  • Press the crust mixture firmly into the bottom of the pan using the bottom of a flat measuring cup.
  • Bake the crust for 8-10 minutes until golden and fragrant, then set aside to cool.
  • Beat the softened cream cheese and 2/3 cup sugar in a large bowl with an electric mixer for 2 minutes until smooth.
  • Mix in the sour cream, vanilla extract, and lemon juice until fully incorporated.
  • Add eggs one at a time, mixing on low speed just until each yolk is combined.
  • Pour the batter over the crust, smooth the top, and tap the pan on the counter to remove air bubbles.
  • Bake for 30-35 minutes until the edges are set and the center jiggles slightly.
  • Allow to cool at room temperature, then refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight.
  • Lift the cheesecake from the pan and cut into squares with a hot, dry knife for clean edges.

Notes

Ensure ingredients like cream cheese and eggs are at room temperature to avoid lumps in the batter.

Nutrition

Calories: 155kcalCarbohydrates: 13gProtein: 3gFat: 11gSaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 130mgFiber: 0.5gSugar: 10g
Keyword bites, cheesecake, Dessert Squares, Recipe
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