Creamy Frozen Strawberry Cheesecake Bites Recipe Easy No-Bake Graham Crust Treats
These creamy frozen strawberry cheesecake bites feature a soft strawberry filling paired with a crunchy graham crust. A no-bake, quick, and easy dessert perfect for warm weather and last-minute treats.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 4 hours 15 minutes
- Yield: 16 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 ½ cups graham cracker crumbs (about 10 full sheets, finely crushed)
- 5 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened (full-fat recommended)
- ½ cup cottage cheese (small-curd, drained well)
- ½ cup powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- 1 cup fresh strawberries, hulled and chopped
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- Optional toppings: fresh strawberry slices or a drizzle of melted dark chocolate
Instructions
- Prepare the Graham Crust: Pulse graham crackers in a food processor until fine crumbs or crush thoroughly with a rolling pin in a sealed bag. Transfer crumbs to a bowl.
- Add Butter and Sugar: Pour melted butter and granulated sugar into the crumbs. Mix well until the mixture resembles wet sand and holds together when pressed (2-3 minutes).
- Press the Crust: Line a 9×9 inch baking pan with parchment paper. Press the graham crust mixture firmly into the bottom to form an even ½ inch layer. Place the pan in the freezer for 10 minutes.
- Blend the Filling: In a blender or food processor, combine softened cream cheese and drained cottage cheese. Blend until ultra-smooth and creamy (1-2 minutes).
- Add Sweeteners and Flavor: Add powdered sugar, vanilla extract, and lemon juice to the cheese mixture. Mix on low speed until fully combined (about 30 seconds).
- Incorporate Strawberries: Gently fold in chopped strawberries by hand using a spatula, avoiding overmixing (about 1 minute).
- Assemble the Bites: Remove crust from freezer. Using a spoon or small ice cream scoop, dollop the strawberry cheesecake filling onto the crust in even portions. Flatten each slightly.
- Freeze: Cover the pan with plastic wrap or foil and freeze for at least 4 hours or until firm.
- Serve: Remove bites from freezer 5-10 minutes before serving to soften slightly. Use parchment paper to lift out and optionally garnish with fresh strawberries or melted chocolate.
Notes
Drain cottage cheese thoroughly to avoid watery bites. Freeze crust before adding filling to prevent sogginess. Use a small ice cream scoop for uniform bites. If filling is too soft, chill in fridge for 15 minutes before scooping.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bite (approximate)
- Calories: 120
- Fat: 7
- Carbohydrates: 10
- Protein: 3
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