Oh, Chocolate-Covered Cheesecake Bites — now that’s pure indulgence in mini form! 🍫🍰 These little treats have creamy, tangy cheesecake centers coated in smooth, rich chocolate. Perfect for parties, gifts, or when you just want a sweet bite without baking a whole cheesecake.
Here’s how to make them step-by-step 👇
🍫 Chocolate-Covered Cheesecake Bites
🛒 Ingredients:
Cheesecake Base:
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16 oz (2 blocks) cream cheese, softened
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½ cup granulated sugar
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2 large eggs
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1 tsp vanilla extract
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¼ cup sour cream or heavy cream (for extra creaminess)
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Optional crust: 1 cup graham cracker crumbs + 2 tbsp melted butter
Chocolate Coating:
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2 cups semi-sweet or dark chocolate chips (or melting chocolate)
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1 tbsp coconut oil or vegetable oil (for a glossy finish)
👩🍳 Instructions:
1. Preheat Oven:
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Set oven to 325°F (160°C).
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Line an 8×8-inch baking pan with parchment paper, leaving some overhang to lift out later.
2. (Optional) Make Crust:
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Mix graham cracker crumbs and melted butter.
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Press into the bottom of the pan.
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Bake for 8 minutes, then set aside to cool.
3. Make Cheesecake Filling:
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In a mixing bowl, beat cream cheese and sugar until smooth and fluffy.
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Add eggs, one at a time, mixing well after each.
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Add vanilla and sour cream, mixing just until combined (don’t overmix).
4. Bake:
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Pour filling over crust (or directly into the pan if no crust).
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Bake 30–35 minutes, until the center is set but still slightly jiggly.
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Cool completely, then refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight.
5. Cut Into Bites:
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Lift chilled cheesecake out of the pan using parchment.
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Cut into 1-inch squares.
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Freeze bites for 1 hour — this helps when dipping in chocolate.
6. Dip in Chocolate:
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Melt chocolate and coconut oil in a microwave or double boiler (stir until smooth).
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Using a fork or skewer, dip each frozen cheesecake square into melted chocolate.
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Let excess drip off, then place on a parchment-lined tray.
7. Chill to Set:
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Refrigerate or freeze for about 15–20 minutes until chocolate hardens.
🍬 Optional Toppings:
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Drizzle with white chocolate
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Sprinkle with crushed nuts, sea salt, or cookie crumbs
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Add festive sprinkles for parties
🧊 Storage:
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Keep refrigerated up to 5 days, or freeze up to 1 month (just thaw slightly before serving).
Would you like a no-bake version (with a chilled filling instead of baked cheesecake)? It’s even faster and just as creamy!
