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Decadent Chocolate Covered Strawberry Cheesecake Bites

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These easy-to-make cheesecake bites feature a creamy cheesecake center with fresh strawberries, all coated in a smooth chocolate shell. Perfect for a quick, indulgent treat with minimal mess and fuss.

Ingredients

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  • 8 oz (225 g) cream cheese, softened
  • 1/3 cup (65 g) granulated sugar
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1/2 cup (120 ml) heavy cream, cold
  • 1 tbsp lemon juice
  • 12 fresh strawberries, hulled and diced
  • 1 tbsp sugar (optional)
  • 10 oz (280 g) semi-sweet or dark chocolate chips or baking chocolate
  • 1 tsp coconut oil or vegetable oil

Instructions

  1. Hull and finely dice 12 fresh strawberries. Toss them gently with 1 tablespoon of sugar (optional) and set aside for about 10 minutes to macerate.
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine 8 oz softened cream cheese and 1/3 cup granulated sugar. Beat with an electric mixer on medium speed until smooth and creamy, about 2-3 minutes.
  3. Add 1 teaspoon vanilla extract and 1 tablespoon lemon juice to the cream cheese mixture. Mix briefly to combine.
  4. In a separate chilled bowl, whip 1/2 cup cold heavy cream until stiff peaks form, about 3-5 minutes.
  5. Gently fold the whipped cream into the cream cheese mixture using a spatula to keep the mixture light and airy.
  6. Using a small cookie scoop or teaspoon, place a dollop of the cheesecake mixture onto a parchment-lined baking sheet. Make an indentation in the center of each dollop, spoon a small amount of macerated strawberries into it, then cover with more cheesecake mixture and smooth the tops.
  7. Place the baking sheet in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour to chill until firm.
  8. Melt 10 oz chocolate chips with 1 teaspoon coconut oil in a microwave-safe bowl or double boiler, stirring frequently until smooth and glossy.
  9. Dip each cheesecake bite into the melted chocolate, ensuring full coating. Let excess chocolate drip off and place back onto the parchment-lined baking sheet.
  10. Refrigerate the chocolate-covered bites for another 30 minutes or until the chocolate is fully hardened.

Notes

Chill the cheesecake bites thoroughly before dipping to prevent melting. Use cold bowls and beaters when whipping cream for best results. Rewarm chocolate gently if it thickens during dipping. Optionally, roll bites in crushed graham crackers before chilling for added texture. Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days or freeze for up to 2 weeks.

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