Glacier Cheesecake Bites
Transform your dessert table into a masterpiece with these stunning Glacier Cheesecake Bites! Featuring a buttery graham cracker crust and a velvety no-bake cheesecake filling, these mini treats are as delightful to look at as they are to eat. The delicate marbled effect, created with a swirl of bright blue food coloring, gives these bites their signature "glacier" aesthetic, making them perfect for winter-themed gatherings or elegant dessert trays. With just 30 minutes of prep and no baking required, they’re an easy-to-make showstopper. Garnish with optional white chocolate chips for added sweetness and texture, and serve them chilled for a refreshing, creamy treat that melts in your mouth. Perfect for parties, holidays, or anytime you need a little frozen-inspired magic!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1.5 cups graham cracker crumbs
- 6 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 16 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 1.5 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1 cup heavy whipping cream, cold
- 8 drops blue food coloring
- 0.5 cup white chocolate chips (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Prepare your mini muffin tin by lining it with mini cupcake liners for easy removal.
In a medium bowl, combine the graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and granulated sugar. Mix well until the texture resembles wet sand.
Spoon about 1 tablespoon of the crumb mixture into each liner, pressing it firmly into the bottom to create a solid crust. Use the back of a spoon or the bottom of a small glass. Chill the tray in the freezer for 10 minutes while you prepare the filling.
In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese with a hand mixer or stand mixer on medium speed until smooth and creamy, about 2 minutes.
Add the powdered sugar and vanilla extract to the cream cheese. Beat until fully combined and smooth.
In a separate bowl, whip the heavy whipping cream on high speed until stiff peaks form. Gently fold the whipped cream into the cream cheese mixture a little at a time, ensuring a light and airy texture.
Set aside 1/4 of the cheesecake filling in a small bowl. Add the blue food coloring to this portion and gently mix to achieve a bright blue shade.
Spoon the plain cheesecake filling over each crust, filling each liner about 2/3 full. Then add small dollops of the blue filling on top of the plain layer.
Using a toothpick or skewer, swirl the blue filling into the white to create a marbled, glacier-inspired effect.
Optional: Sprinkle white chocolate chips on top of each cheesecake bite for extra decoration.
Chill the cheesecake bites in the refrigerator for at least 4 hours, or until firm. For faster results, you can freeze them for about 2 hours, but serve them slightly thawed for the best texture.
Carefully remove the cheesecake bites from the liners and serve chilled. Enjoy the beautiful and delicious Glacier Cheesecake Bites!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
4840 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 359.6 g | 461% | |
| Saturated Fat | 215.5 g | 1078% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 971 mg | 324% | |
| Sodium | 2702 mg | 117% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 371.3 g | 135% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 4.5 g | 16% | |
| Total Sugars | 257.8 g | ||
| Protein | 49.3 g | 99% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 841 mg | 65% | |
| Iron | 8.3 mg | 46% | |
| Potassium | 986 mg | 21% | |
*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.
