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Peanut Butter Cheesecake Bites Recipe

Creamy, bite-sized no-bake peanut butter cheesecake bites layered with graham cracker crust and smooth chocolate ganache — an easy, freezer-friendly dessert perfect for parties or snacks.
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Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Freezing Time: 2 hours
Total Time: 2 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 12 bites
Calories: 190kcal
Cost: $6

Equipment

  • 1 Muffin tin with paper liners 12-cup size recommended
  • 1 Hand mixer or stand mixer For smooth, lump-free filling
  • 1 Piping bag or small spoon To fill each liner easily
  • 1 Heat-safe bowl For melting chocolate
  • 1 Small cookie scoop Ensures consistent filling (optional)
  • 1 Freezer-safe airtight container For storing finished bites

Ingredients

Graham Cracker Crust

  • 1 cup graham cracker crumbs About 8 crackers, finely crushed
  • 3 tablespoons melted butter Binds crust together
  • 1 tablespoon sugar Adds a touch of sweetness

Cheesecake Filling

  • 8 ounces cream cheese Softened to room temperature
  • ½ cup creamy peanut butter Natural or regular both work
  • ¼ cup powdered sugar For smooth sweetness
  • ½ teaspoon vanilla extract Enhances flavor
  • 1 pinch salt Balances the sweetness

Chocolate Ganache Topping

  • ½ cup chocolate chips Semi-sweet or dark
  • ¼ cup heavy cream Or coconut milk for dairy-free
  • 1 tablespoon butter For glossy, smooth finish

Instructions

  • Line muffin tin with paper liners.
  • Mix graham crumbs, butter, and sugar until texture resembles wet sand.
  • Press 1 tablespoon crust into each liner and freeze.
  • Beat softened cream cheese until smooth.
  • Add peanut butter and blend until creamy.
  • Add powdered sugar, vanilla, and salt; beat lightly.
  • Fill liners with mixture and smooth tops.
  • Melt chocolate chips with cream in 20-sec intervals.
  • Stir in butter until glossy; cool 2 minutes.
  • Spoon ganache over bites (½ tablespoon each).
  • Freeze at least 2 hours or overnight.
  • Serve chilled or store in freezer up to 3 months.

Notes

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

Nutrition

Serving: 40g | Calories: 190kcal | Carbohydrates: 14g | Protein: 4g | Fat: 14g | Saturated Fat: 6g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 4g | Cholesterol: 20mg | Sodium: 120mg | Potassium: 130mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 10g | Vitamin A: 180IU | Calcium: 35mg | Iron: 0.6mg