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Irresistible Strawberry Crunch Cheesecake Bites

Strawberry Crunch Cheesecake Bites are creamy, no-bake cheesecake treats rolled in a buttery strawberry cookie crunch. They are cold, lightly sweet, and perfect for make-ahead desserts or casual family snacking.

Ingredients
  

For the Cheesecake Filling

  • 16 oz 450 g cream cheese fully softened
  • 1 cup heavy whipping cream or whipped topping
  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • 1 tsp pure vanilla extract
  • 2 tbsp strawberry jam or strawberry purée optional

Optional Inside Crust

  • 1 sleeve graham crackers or digestive biscuits finely crushed
  • 3 tbsp unsalted butter melted
  • 1 tbsp sugar optional

Strawberry Crunch Coating

  • 1 cup Golden Oreos or vanilla sandwich cookies crushed
  • 1 cup freeze-dried strawberries or strawberry-flavored gelatin powder
  • 2 to 3 tbsp unsalted butter melted

Optional Topping

  • Fresh strawberries diced
  • Strawberry syrup or strawberry compote

Instructions
 

  • Mix the crushed cookies, strawberry powder, and melted butter in a medium bowl until sandy with small chunks. The mixture should lightly clump when pressed. Spread onto a plate and set aside. If it feels dry, mix in ½ tbsp more butter.
  • In another bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and sugar. Mix until evenly moistened. Press into a thin layer on a parchment-lined tray and freeze for 10 minutes until firm, then crumble or cut into small pieces. Keep chilled.
  • Beat the softened cream cheese in a large bowl on medium speed for 2 to 3 minutes until smooth and fluffy, scraping down the sides to prevent lumps.
  • Add the powdered sugar and vanilla extract, then beat for about 1 minute until fully combined. Gently swirl in the strawberry jam if using, stopping as soon as the color looks lightly pink.
  • Fold the whipped cream into the cream cheese mixture using slow, lifting motions until thick, airy, and scoopable. If the mixture feels loose, chill for 10 minutes.
  • Scoop tablespoon-sized portions and roll into balls, or press into silicone molds or a lined pan. If using the crust, press a small piece into the center of each bite. Freeze for 30 to 40 minutes until firm.
  • Roll the chilled bites in the strawberry crunch coating, pressing gently so it sticks evenly. Return them to the tray.
  • Freeze for another 15 minutes to set. Serve chilled or slightly softened, with diced strawberries or a drizzle of strawberry syrup if desired.