Deconstructed Dessert Board Cheesecake (Printer View)

Creamy cheesecake bites served with customizable toppings for a fun, interactive sweet board.

# What you'll need:

→ Cheesecake Bites

01 - 16 oz cream cheese, softened
02 - 1/2 cup granulated sugar
03 - 1 tsp vanilla extract
04 - 1/4 cup sour cream
05 - 1/4 cup heavy cream
06 - 1 cup graham cracker crumbs

→ Toppings

07 - 1 cup fresh strawberries, sliced
08 - 1 cup fresh blueberries
09 - 1 cup raspberries
10 - 1/2 cup salted caramel sauce
11 - 1/2 cup chocolate ganache or hot fudge
12 - 1/2 cup crushed Oreos
13 - 1/2 cup chopped toasted pecans
14 - 1/2 cup mini chocolate chips
15 - 1/2 cup toasted coconut flakes
16 - 1/4 cup rainbow sprinkles

# Method:

01 - In a large mixing bowl, beat cream cheese together with granulated sugar until the mixture is smooth and fluffy.
02 - Add vanilla extract, sour cream, and heavy cream to the bowl; continue beating until the mixture turns creamy and homogeneous.
03 - Using a small cookie scoop or tablespoon, portion the cheesecake mixture and roll into 1-inch balls.
04 - Roll half of the cheesecake balls in graham cracker crumbs to coat, leaving the remaining balls plain for contrast.
05 - Place the cheesecake bites on a large serving board or platter in a visually appealing layout.
06 - Neatly arrange all selected toppings in small bowls or directly around the bites on the board.
07 - Present immediately, inviting guests to dip, drizzle, and garnish their cheesecake bites with their preferred toppings.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Build-your-own dessert fun for guests
  • Easy to prep ahead and assemble
02 -
  • This recipe contains dairy, gluten, and nuts
  • You can customize toppings based on dietary restrictions
03 -
  • Chill cheesecake bites for 30 minutes before serving for firmer texture
  • Add lemon zest or a splash of liqueur to the base for extra flavor
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