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Mini Cheesecake Bites with Dried Strawberries and Crispy Rice Recipe

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  • Author: Lina
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes
  • Total Time: 2 hours 20 minutes
  • Yield: 12 mini cheesecakes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: No-Cook
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

This no-bake mini cheesecake dessert combines a graham cracker crust with a creamy cream cheese filling, topped with freeze-dried strawberries and crispy rice cereal for added texture. Perfectly portioned in mini muffin cups, these bite-sized treats are chilled to set and make for a delightful, easy-to-prepare dessert.

Ingredients

Crust

  • 1 cup graham cracker crumbs
  • 2 tablespoons sugar
  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted

Filling

  • 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
  • 1/2 cup powdered sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 cup whipped cream

Toppings

  • 1/4 cup freeze-dried strawberries, chopped
  • 1/4 cup crispy rice cereal
  • Extra fresh strawberries (optional, for garnish)

Instructions

  1. Prepare the crust: In a bowl, mix the graham cracker crumbs, sugar, and melted butter until the mixture resembles wet sand. Press this mixture firmly into the bottoms of mini muffin cups to form the crust base.
  2. Make the filling: In a mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract together until smooth and creamy. Gently fold in the whipped cream to lighten the mixture without deflating it.
  3. Assemble the cheesecakes: Spoon the cheesecake filling over the graham cracker crusts in each mini muffin cup, filling them about three-quarters full.
  4. Add toppings: Sprinkle the chopped freeze-dried strawberries and crispy rice cereal evenly over each filled cup to add flavor and crunch.
  5. Chill to set: Refrigerate the assembled mini cheesecakes for at least 2 hours or until the filling is set and firm.
  6. Serve: Remove from the fridge and serve chilled. Optionally, garnish with extra fresh strawberries and additional crispy rice cereal for extra texture and visual appeal.

Notes

  • Ensure cream cheese is softened at room temperature for smooth blending.
  • Press the crust firmly into the muffin cups to prevent crumbling when serving.
  • The dessert can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
  • Freeze-dried strawberries add a tangy crunch alternative to fresh fruit.
  • This recipe requires no baking, making it quick and easy.

Find it online: https://cookedbylina.com/mini-cheesecake-bites-with-dried-strawberries-and-crispy-rice-recipe/