Perfect Chocolate Covered Strawberry Cheesecake Bites
Delicious and easy-to-make cheesecake bites filled with creamy cheesecake inside fresh strawberry halves, coated in a crisp chocolate shell. Perfect for parties and quick snacks.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 20 bites 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 20 medium fresh strawberries, firm but ripe
- 8 oz (225 g) cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup (60 g) powdered sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 6 oz (170 g) dark or semi-sweet chocolate
- 1 tbsp coconut oil or vegetable oil
Instructions
- Gently rinse about 20 medium strawberries under cool water and pat dry with a paper towel. Hull each strawberry by removing the green stem and core using a paring knife, then slice them in half lengthwise.
- In a mixing bowl, beat 8 oz (225 g) of softened cream cheese until smooth and creamy, about 2-3 minutes using a hand or stand mixer on medium speed. Add 1/2 cup (60 g) powdered sugar and 1 tsp vanilla extract, then mix again until fully combined and fluffy.
- Using a small spoon or piping bag, carefully fill each strawberry half with a generous dollop of the cheesecake mixture.
- Place the filled strawberries on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper and refrigerate for at least 15 minutes.
- Break 6 oz (170 g) of chocolate into small pieces and melt gently in a double boiler or microwave-safe bowl in 20-second bursts, stirring between each until smooth. Stir in 1 tbsp coconut or vegetable oil.
- Using a toothpick or fork, carefully dip each cheesecake-stuffed strawberry half into the melted chocolate, covering all the cheesecake filling and part of the strawberry. Let excess chocolate drip off and place back on parchment paper.
- Allow the dipped bites to cool and harden at room temperature or refrigerate for 10-15 minutes until the chocolate shell is firm.
- Arrange the bites on a platter and serve.
Notes
Use firm but ripe strawberries to avoid sogginess. Chill filled strawberries before dipping to help chocolate set faster. Add 1 tbsp coconut or vegetable oil to melted chocolate for a glossy finish and to prevent cracking. Work quickly but gently when dipping to keep filling intact. For vegan version, substitute dairy-free cream cheese and vegan chocolate.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bite
- Calories: 90
- Sugar: 6
- Sodium: 55
- Fat: 6
- Saturated Fat: 3.5
- Carbohydrates: 8
- Fiber: 1
- Protein: 2
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