Description
These Snickerdoodle Cheesecake Bites combine the classic flavors of snickerdoodle cookies with creamy cheesecake in perfectly portioned mini treats. Featuring a buttery graham cracker crust, smooth cream cheese filling, and a cinnamon-sugar topping, these bite-sized desserts are easy to make and perfect for parties or a sweet snack.
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
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, mix together graham cracker crumbs, sugar, and melted butter until the mixture resembles wet sand. Press about 1 tablespoon of the crumb mixture firmly into each muffin liner to form the crust base.
- Make the Cheesecake Filling: In a mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese with sugar using an electric mixer until smooth and creamy. Add vanilla extract and the egg, then continue to mix until fully incorporated and the batter is smooth.
- Assemble the Cheesecake Bites: Spoon the cheesecake filling over the prepared crusts in the muffin liners, filling each almost to the top to avoid spilling during baking.
- Add Cinnamon-Sugar Topping: Combine cinnamon and sugar in a small bowl. Sprinkle this cinnamon-sugar mixture evenly over the cheesecake filling in each muffin cup.
- Bake: Place the mini muffin tin in the preheated oven and bake the cheesecake bites for 15-18 minutes or until the filling is set but still slightly jiggly in the center.
- Cool and Chill: Allow the cheesecake bites to cool to room temperature in the tin. Once cooled, transfer them to the refrigerator and chill for at least 1 hour to firm up completely.
- Serve: Remove the cheesecake bites from the muffin tin, peel off the paper liners, and serve chilled. Enjoy these delightful snickerdoodle cheesecake bites as a sweet snack or party treat.
Notes
- Ensure cream cheese is softened to room temperature for smooth mixing.
- Press the crust firmly to prevent it from crumbling when serving.
- Do not overbake; a slight jiggle in the center indicates perfect doneness.
- Chilling improves texture and flavor, so avoid skipping the refrigeration step.
- Store leftovers covered in the refrigerator and consume within 3 days for best freshness.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 18 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
