Description
Delight in these Snickerdoodle Cheesecake Bites, a perfect blend of creamy cheesecake and cinnamon-sugar crispness atop a buttery graham cracker crust. These bite-sized treats are ideal for parties or a sweet snack that’s easy to make and irresistibly delicious.
Ingredients
Scale
Crust
- 1 cup graham cracker crumbs
- 3 tbsp sugar
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter, melted
Cheesecake Filling
- 16 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 large egg
Cinnamon-Sugar Topping
- 2 tbsp sugar
- 1 tsp cinnamon
Instructions
- Prepare the Crust: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a mini muffin tin with paper liners. In a small bowl, combine the graham cracker crumbs, sugar, and melted butter until evenly mixed. Press about 1 tablespoon of this crust mixture firmly into the bottom of each muffin liner to form the crust base.
- Make the Cheesecake Filling: In a mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese and sugar together until smooth and creamy. Add the vanilla extract and the egg, continuing to mix until the batter is fully combined and silky.
- Assemble the Cheesecake Bites: Spoon the cheesecake filling into each muffin liner on top of the crust, filling them nearly to the top to create a nice, rounded surface.
- Add Cinnamon-Sugar Topping: In a small bowl, combine the sugar and cinnamon. Sprinkle this mixture generously over the tops of each cheesecake bite to add a sweet, spiced finish.
- Bake: Place the muffin tin in the preheated oven and bake for 15 to 18 minutes or until the cheesecake bites are set but still slightly jiggly in the center.
- Cool and Chill: Remove the baked bites from the oven and allow them to cool at room temperature. Once cooled, transfer the tin to the refrigerator and chill for at least 1 hour to let the cheesecake set perfectly.
- Serve: When ready to serve, take the cheesecake bites out of the refrigerator, peel off the liners, and enjoy chilled for the best flavor and texture.
Notes
- Make sure the cream cheese is softened to room temperature to ensure a smooth filling without lumps.
- Press the crust firmly into the muffin liners to prevent it from crumbling when baked.
- The cinnamon-sugar topping can be adjusted based on your preference for sweetness or spice.
- Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- You can experiment with adding a pinch of nutmeg or allspice to the topping for a different twist.
