Chocolate Covered Cheesecake Bites Recipe

Rich, creamy cheesecake bites dipped in silky chocolate. A no-bake, freezer-friendly dessert that’s easy, impressive, and perfect for parties or make-ahead treats.

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Course: Dessert, Snack

Cuisine: American

Prep Time: 25

Freezing Time: 2

Total Time: 2 25

Servings: bites

Calories: 145kcal

Cost: $8

Equipment

1 Electric hand mixer or stand mixer For smooth cheesecake filling
1 Mixing bowl To blend the cheesecake base
1 Small cookie scoop or melon baller For even-sized cheesecake bites
1 Baking sheet For freezing the cheesecake balls
1 Parchment paper or silicone mat Prevents sticking during freezing
1 Microwave-safe bowl To melt the chocolate
1 Dipping fork or regular fork For dipping the bites in melted chocolate
1 Airtight container For storing finished bites in fridge/freezer
1 Instant-read thermometer To check melted chocolate temperature

Ingredients

Cheesecake Filling

16 oz cream cheese softened to room temperature
½ cup powdered sugar sifted smooth
½ cup heavy cream or sour cream adds creaminess
1 teaspoon vanilla extract pure vanilla for best flavor
¼ teaspoon sea salt balances sweetness

Chocolate Coating

1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips for coating
2 tablespoon coconut oil or vegetable shortening makes the chocolate smooth
optional toppings sprinkles, crushed cookies, cocoa powder

Instructions

Beat softened cream cheese until fluffy.
Add powdered sugar and blend until smooth.
Pour in cream and vanilla; mix to thick consistency.
Add salt; mix gently.
Scoop and roll cheesecake filling into balls.
Freeze balls for at least 2 hours.
Melt chocolate chips with coconut oil in microwave.
Dip frozen cheesecake balls in melted chocolate.
Return to freezer for 30 minutes to set.
Decorate with toppings and store chilled.

Notes

Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.

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