Description
Indulge in these delightful Raspberry Cream Cheese Bites—perfectly sweet and creamy, they’re the ultimate treat for any occasion! These little gems combine the tangy freshness of raspberries with the smooth richness of cream cheese, creating a bite-sized dessert that’s sure to impress.
Ingredients
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Raspberry Cream Cheese Bites Ingredients
- 2 cups raspberries (fresh or frozen)
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup graham cracker crumbs
- 1/4 cup melted butter
- 2 tbsp sugar (for crust)
Instructions
- Prepare the Crust: Begin by crushing the graham crackers into fine crumbs. Combine the crumbs with melted butter and a bit of sugar. Press this mixture firmly into the bottom of a muffin tin or mini tart pans to create a solid base for your Raspberry Cream Cheese Bites.
- Make the Cream Cheese Filling: In a mixing bowl, beat together the cream cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth and creamy. This luscious filling is the heart of the Raspberry Cream Cheese Bites, and you want it to be silky without any lumps.
- Add the Raspberries: Gently fold in the fresh or thawed raspberries into the cream cheese mixture. Be careful not to mash them too much; you want to keep some whole pieces for that burst of flavor in every bite.
- Assemble the Bites: Spoon the cream cheese and raspberry mixture over the prepared crusts, filling them generously. Smooth the tops to make them look appealing and even.
- Chill and Set: Place the assembled Raspberry Cream Cheese Bites in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours, or until they are set. Chilling allows the flavors to meld beautifully and gives them a perfect consistency.
Notes
- Ensure your cream cheese is at room temperature for easy mixing.
- When folding in the raspberries, be gentle to maintain their shape.
- If you have time, let them chill overnight for enhanced flavor.
- For the best taste, opt for fresh raspberries when in season.
- Try adding citrus zest or spices like cinnamon for a unique twist.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Chilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bite
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
Keywords: Raspberry, Cream Cheese, Dessert, Bites, Easy Recipe, Treats