No-Bake Christmas Cheesecake Bites 🎄
If you are looking for a festive treat that is as delicious as it is adorable, these cheesecake bites are the answer! Imagine a rich, creamy cheesecake center with a hint of vanilla and white chocolate, all wrapped up in a colorful, snappy candy shell. They are smooth, sweet, and melt-in-the-mouth delicious—plus, you don’t even need to turn on the oven! As you can see, they make a vibrant, eye-catching addition to any holiday spread.
Ingredients:
8 oz cream cheese, softened
½ cup powdered sugar
1 tsp vanilla extract
1 cup white chocolate chips, melted
1 cup crushed graham crackers or cookie crumbs
½ cup whipped topping (Cool Whip), thawed
Red and green melting chocolate or candy melts
Holiday sprinkles for decorating
Instructions:
Prepare the Cheesecake Mixture: Beat the softened cream cheese in a large bowl until it is creamy, then mix in the powdered sugar and vanilla extract.
Melt the White Chocolate: Melt the white chocolate chips in the microwave in 20-second intervals until smooth. Let it cool slightly before adding it to the cream cheese mixture.
Add Crumbs and Topping: Stir in the crushed graham crackers, then gently fold in the whipped topping until everything is well combined.
Chill and Shape: Refrigerate the mixture for 30–40 minutes to firm up. Once chilled, roll into 1-inch balls and place them on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
Coat and Decorate: Melt your red and green candy melts in separate bowls. Dip the chilled cheesecake balls into the coating, place them back on the parchment paper, and immediately top with holiday sprinkles or a drizzle of contrasting chocolate before they se