If you love cheesecake but don’t want to commit to making a whole one, these Strawberry Crunch Cheesecake Bites are the perfect solution. They’re creamy, sweet, and topped with that nostalgic strawberry crunch layer inspired by ice cream bars. Each bite is a little taste of heaven—smooth cheesecake filling, buttery crust, and a crunchy strawberry topping. Perfect for parties, holidays, or simply treating yourself.
Ingredients
For the crust:
- 1 cup graham cracker crumbs
- 2 tablespoons sugar
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
For the cheesecake filling:
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1/3 cup powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup heavy whipping cream, whipped to stiff peaks
For the strawberry crunch topping:
- 20 golden Oreo cookies
- 3 tablespoons freeze-dried strawberries (or strawberry Jell-O powder as a shortcut)
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
Optional garnish:
- Fresh strawberry halves
- Drizzle of white chocolate
Directions
- Prepare the crust: In a bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs, sugar, and melted butter. Stir until the texture resembles wet sand. Scoop a spoonful into lined muffin tins or silicone molds, pressing firmly to create the base. Place in the freezer for 10 minutes to set.
- Make the filling: In a mixing bowl, beat softened cream cheese and powdered sugar until smooth and creamy. Add vanilla extract and mix again. In a separate bowl, whip the heavy cream until stiff peaks form. Gently fold the whipped cream into the cream cheese mixture until light and fluffy.
- Assemble the bites: Spoon the cheesecake filling over the chilled crusts, smoothing the tops with a spatula. Return to the freezer for 20 minutes to help them firm up while you prepare the topping.
- Create the crunch topping: In a food processor, pulse Oreos and freeze-dried strawberries until they form fine crumbs. Stir in melted butter until the mixture clumps slightly.
- Top the cheesecake bites: Remove the chilled bites from the freezer and spoon the strawberry crunch mixture generously over the top of each. Press lightly so the crumbs stick.
- Chill thoroughly: Refrigerate the bites for at least 2–3 hours, or overnight for the best texture.
- Serve: Carefully remove from the liners. Garnish with fresh strawberries or a drizzle of melted white chocolate if desired.
Tips & Variations
🍓 Use freeze-dried strawberries for a natural fruity flavor, but if you don’t have them, strawberry Jell-O powder works as a classic shortcut.
🍓 To make them extra fancy, drizzle melted white chocolate before serving.
🍓 For a twist, try using chocolate Oreos in the crust for a chocolate-strawberry flavor combo.
🍓 Store leftovers in the refrigerator for up to 4 days, or freeze for up to 1 month (thaw slightly before serving).
Serving ideas
These Strawberry Crunch Cheesecake Bites are the perfect mini dessert for birthdays, potlucks, Valentine’s Day, or summer cookouts. They look beautiful on a dessert tray and taste even better. One bite in, and you’ll see why these little cheesecakes disappear fast.