Chocolate Caramel Cheesecake Bites
Indulge in the ultimate bite-sized decadence with these Chocolate Caramel Cheesecake Bites, a delightful fusion of creamy cheesecake, rich caramel, and luscious chocolate. Featuring a buttery chocolate cookie crust, these miniature desserts are as elegant as they are irresistible. Topped with a silky caramel layer, a drizzle of melted chocolate, and a sprinkle of flaky sea salt for the perfect sweet-and-salty finish, each bite is a symphony of flavors and textures. With just 20 minutes of prep time and easy-to-follow steps, this recipe is perfect for parties, holidays, or anytime your sweet tooth demands something extraordinary. Make these make-ahead treats to impress guests or savor them as a luxurious, guilt-free indulgence.
Smart Nutrition Tracking with SnapCalorie
Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 18 pieces Chocolate sandwich cookies
- 4 tablespoons Unsalted butter
- 16 ounces Cream cheese
- 0.75 cups Granulated sugar
- 2 teaspoons Vanilla extract
- 2 pieces Large eggs
- 0.5 cups Caramel sauce
- 1 cups Semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 2 tablespoons Heavy cream
- 0.5 teaspoons Flaky sea salt (optional)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 325°F (163°C) and line a 12-cup muffin tin with paper liners.
In a food processor, pulse the chocolate sandwich cookies until finely crushed. Add the melted butter and mix until combined.
Spoon about 1 tablespoon of the cookie mixture into each muffin cup and press firmly to form a crust. Set aside.
In a large bowl, beat the cream cheese with a hand or stand mixer until smooth and creamy, about 2 minutes.
Add in the granulated sugar and vanilla extract, and beat until well combined.
Mix in the eggs one at a time, beating just until incorporated. Do not overmix.
Divide the cheesecake batter evenly among the prepared muffin cups, filling each about 3/4 full.
Bake in the preheated oven for 18-20 minutes, or until the centers are just set and slightly jiggly.
Remove from the oven and let the cheesecake bites cool in the pan for 10 minutes. Then, transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Spoon about 1 teaspoon of caramel sauce onto the top of each cooled cheesecake bite, spreading it evenly.
In a microwave-safe bowl, combine the chocolate chips and heavy cream. Heat in 15-second intervals, stirring in between, until the chocolate is melted and smooth.
Drizzle the melted chocolate over the caramel layer on each cheesecake bite.
Sprinkle flaky sea salt on top of the chocolate drizzle, if desired.
Refrigerate the cheesecake bites for at least 1 hour before serving to allow the layers to set.
Remove the paper liners before serving and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
293 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 17.3 g | 22% | |
| Saturated Fat | 8.6 g | 43% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 45 mg | 15% | |
| Sodium | 196 mg | 9% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 33.9 g | 12% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.2 g | 4% | |
| Total Sugars | 24.6 g | ||
| Protein | 3.0 g | 6% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.1 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 32 mg | 2% | |
| Iron | 1.5 mg | 8% | |
| Potassium | 68 mg | 1% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
