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Mini Chocolate Cheesecake

Mini Chocolate Cheesecake: Bite-Sized Bliss for Sweet Cravings

Mini Chocolate Cheesecake Bites are rich, creamy, and the perfect bite-sized indulgence for any occasion.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Chilling Time 2 hours
Total Time 2 hours 30 minutes
Servings: 12 bites
Course: Desserts
Calories: 150

Ingredients
  

For the Crust
  • 1 cup Graham Cracker Crumbs Use gluten-free for an alternative.
  • 5 tablespoons Unsalted Butter Can be replaced with coconut oil for dairy-free.
For the Filling
  • 8 ounces Cream Cheese Use vegan cream cheese for dairy-free.
  • 1/2 cup Granulated Sugar Honey or a sugar substitute can be used.
  • 1/4 cup Cocoa Powder Substitute with melted chocolate for richer taste.
  • 1 large Egg Use a flax egg for a vegan version.
For the Ganache
  • 1/2 cup Heavy Cream Can be swapped with coconut cream for dairy-free.
  • 1 cup Semi-Sweet Chocolate Use dark chocolate for less sweetness.

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • Muffin tin
  • Electric mixer
  • Small Saucepan

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 325°F (163°C) and mix graham cracker crumbs with melted butter until sandy. Press the mixture into mini cupcake liners.
  2. Beat softened cream cheese and granulated sugar until creamy. Gradually mix in cocoa powder and then add the egg, mixing until combined.
  3. Pour the filling into each crust about three-quarters full. Bake for approximately 15 minutes, until set around the edges.
  4. Let the cheesecakes cool at room temperature for about 10 minutes, then chill in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours.
  5. While the bites chill, heat the heavy cream until simmering. Pour it over chopped chocolate and stir until smooth to create ganache.
  6. Carefully remove the bites from the muffin tin, drizzle ganache over each, and garnish with fresh berries or caramel before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1biteCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 18gProtein: 2gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 25mgSodium: 120mgPotassium: 60mgFiber: 1gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 250IUCalcium: 30mgIron: 1mg

Notes

These cheesecakes can be made in advance and stored properly, tasting better as they sit.

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