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Chocolate Caramel Cheesecake Bites

Rich and velvety chocolate cheesecake bites drizzled with luscious caramel, perfectly sized for popping in your mouth.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Total Time 2 hours
Servings: 12 bites
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Crust
  • 2 cups chocolate cookie crumbs
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
Cheesecake Filling
  • 16 oz cream cheese, softened Ensure at room temperature for creamier texture
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract Can substitute with almond extract for variation
  • 1/2 cup dark chocolate chips, melted
  • 1/2 cup caramel sauce, plus more for drizzling
  • 1/2 cup mini chocolate squares (such as Rolos), chopped
  • Chocolate shavings, for garnish

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a medium bowl, combine the chocolate cookie crumbs and melted butter until fully incorporated.
  2. Press the mixture into the bottom of a lined mini muffin tin to form the crust.
  3. In another bowl, beat the cream cheese, granulated sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth.
  4. Stir in the melted dark chocolate and caramel sauce.
  5. Fold in the chopped chocolate squares.
  6. Spoon the cheesecake mixture into the crusts, then refrigerate until set, about 2 hours.
  7. Drizzle with additional caramel sauce and garnish with chocolate shavings before serving.

Notes

These cheesecake bites refrigerate well and can be frozen for up to 3 months. Let thaw overnight in the fridge before serving. For a nutty flavor, add peanut butter to the filling or experiment with different chocolate types.