Description
Decadent, creamy, and rich in chocolate flavor, these Mini Chocolate Cheesecake Bites are perfectly portioned for an indulgent treat without the guilt. Ideal for parties, potlucks, or weeknight desserts, they’re made with wholesome ingredients and are freezer-friendly.
Ingredients
1 1/2 cups chocolate graham cracker crumbs or crushed chocolate cookies
2 tablespoons melted coconut oil or butter
2 (8 oz) packages cream cheese, softened
1/2 cup Greek yogurt or dairy-free yogurt
1/3 cup maple syrup or agave
1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup dark chocolate chips, melted
Optional: whipped cream or fresh berries for topping
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 325°F (160°C) and line a mini muffin tin with paper liners.
- Mix the chocolate crumbs with melted coconut oil until well combined.
- Press about 1 tablespoon of the crumb mixture into each liner to form the crust.
- Bake crusts for 5 minutes, then let them cool while preparing the filling.
- In a large bowl, beat the softened cream cheese until completely smooth.
- Add yogurt, maple syrup, cocoa powder, vanilla extract, and salt. Beat until smooth and creamy.
- Fold in the melted dark chocolate chips.
- Spoon the filling over the cooled crusts, filling each liner nearly to the top.
- Bake for 14–16 minutes, until centers are mostly set with a slight jiggle.
- Cool to room temperature, then chill in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours.
- Top with whipped cream or fresh berries before serving, if desired.
Notes
Use crushed Oreos instead of graham crackers for a more decadent crust.
Swap dairy with plant-based alternatives for a dairy-free version.
Add 1 tsp instant espresso powder for a mocha twist.
Top with a sprinkle of sea salt for contrast.
Use gluten-free cookies to make it gluten-free.
Store in the fridge for up to 5 days or freeze for up to 2 months.
No reheating needed; best served chilled or at room temperature.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 mini cheesecake bite
- Calories: 130
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 85mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
