Strawberry Crunch Cheesecake Bites

These delightful cheesecake bites are the perfect sweet treat for any occasion. Bursting with strawberry flavor and a crunchy twist, they’re sure to disappear in no time!

Ingredients:
– 1/4 cup crushed freeze-dried strawberries (or strawberry Jell-O powder for coating)
– 4 oz (half block) cream cheese, softened
– 2 tbsp powdered sugar
– 1/4 cup heavy whipping cream, whipped to stiff peaks
– 1/4 cup crushed Golden Oreos
– 1/2 tsp vanilla extract

Instructions:
1. Start by preparing the filling: In a medium bowl, combine the softened cream cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract. Beat until the mixture is smooth and creamy.
2. Next, gently fold the whipped cream into the cream cheese mixture. Be careful to incorporate the cream without deflating it, resulting in a light and fluffy consistency.
3. Once mixed, place the filling in the refrigerator for about 30 to 45 minutes. This will allow it to firm up, making it easier to scoop and form into bites.
4. After chilling, take a small cookie scoop or a spoon and portion out the filling, rolling it into bite-sized balls.
5. For the crunchy coating, combine the crushed Golden Oreos and freeze-dried strawberries (or Jell-O powder) in a shallow bowl. Mix well to create an even crunch texture.
6. Roll each cheesecake bite in the strawberry crunch coating, ensuring they are completely covered for maximum flavor and presentation.
7. Finally, return the coated cheesecake bites to the refrigerator for another 15 to 30 minutes to set before serving. Enjoy these sweet treats chilled!

Nutritional Information: Each bite contains approximately 80 calories, 5g of fat, 12g of carbohydrates, and 1g of protein.

Time: Preparation time: 15 minutes | Cooking time: 0 minutes.