Decadent Chocolate Dipped Strawberry Cheesecake Bites
These bite-sized treats combine creamy cheesecake filling inside fresh strawberries, dipped in rich dark chocolate for a quick, easy, and indulgent dessert perfect for any occasion.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 20 bites 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 20 medium to large fresh strawberries, washed and dried thoroughly
- 8 ounces (225 grams) cream cheese, softened to room temperature
- 1/2 cup (60 grams) powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 cup (60 ml) heavy whipping cream, whipped to stiff peaks
- 6 ounces (170 grams) dark chocolate chips or chopped dark chocolate (60-70% cacao)
- 1 teaspoon coconut oil (optional, for thinning chocolate)
Instructions
- Gently wash and dry about 20 medium-large fresh strawberries. Using a small paring knife, hull each strawberry by removing the green stem and core, creating a hollow center but leaving the berry intact. Dry thoroughly to ensure chocolate sticks properly. (About 10 minutes)
- In a mixing bowl, beat 8 ounces softened cream cheese with 1/2 cup powdered sugar and 1 teaspoon vanilla extract until smooth and creamy (2-3 minutes on medium speed). In a separate bowl, whip 1/4 cup heavy cream to stiff peaks. Gently fold whipped cream into cream cheese mixture to lighten it. (5-7 minutes)
- Transfer the cheesecake filling to a piping bag or zip-top bag with a small corner snipped off. Pipe the filling into each hollowed strawberry, filling generously but not overflowing. Place filled strawberries on a parchment-lined tray. (About 10 minutes)
- Refrigerate the filled strawberries for at least 20 minutes to firm up the filling.
- Melt 6 ounces dark chocolate chips with 1 teaspoon coconut oil using a double boiler or microwave in 20-second bursts, stirring frequently until smooth and glossy.
- Using a toothpick or fork, dip each chilled strawberry bite into the melted chocolate, covering about two-thirds or the entire berry. Let excess chocolate drip off and place back on parchment paper. (About 15 minutes)
- Allow chocolate to set at room temperature or refrigerate for 10-15 minutes until firm and snaps when bitten.
- Serve chilled for best texture and flavor.
Notes
Ensure strawberries are completely dry before filling and dipping to prevent chocolate from not sticking properly. Use coconut oil to thin chocolate for a glossy finish. Chill filled strawberries before dipping to help filling hold shape. For dairy-free version, substitute cream cheese and heavy cream with plant-based alternatives and use dairy-free chocolate chips.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bite
- Calories: 90
- Sugar: 6
- Sodium: 55
- Fat: 6
- Saturated Fat: 3.5
- Carbohydrates: 8
- Fiber: 1
- Protein: 2
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