Deconstructed Dessert Board Cheesecake (Printer-friendly)

Creamy bites paired with vibrant toppings offer a playful, customizable sweet for gatherings in minutes.

# What You'll Need:

→ Cheesecake Bites

01 - 16 ounces cream cheese, softened
02 - 1/2 cup granulated sugar
03 - 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
04 - 1/4 cup sour cream
05 - 1/4 cup heavy cream
06 - 1 cup graham cracker crumbs

→ Toppings

07 - 1 cup fresh strawberries, sliced
08 - 1 cup fresh blueberries
09 - 1 cup raspberries
10 - 1/2 cup salted caramel sauce
11 - 1/2 cup chocolate ganache or hot fudge
12 - 1/2 cup crushed Oreo cookies
13 - 1/2 cup chopped toasted pecans
14 - 1/2 cup mini chocolate chips
15 - 1/2 cup toasted coconut flakes
16 - 1/4 cup rainbow sprinkles

# Directions:

01 - Beat the softened cream cheese and granulated sugar in a large mixing bowl until smooth and fluffy.
02 - Incorporate the vanilla extract, sour cream, and heavy cream, blending until the mixture is creamy and well combined.
03 - Using a small cookie scoop or tablespoon, portion and roll the cheesecake mixture into 1-inch balls.
04 - Roll half of the cheesecake balls in graham cracker crumbs to evenly coat; leave the remainder plain for visual and textural variety.
05 - Display cheesecake bites on a large serving board or platter.
06 - Place all topping selections in individual small bowls, or arrange directly on the board around the cheesecake bites to encourage customization.
07 - Serve at once, allowing guests to dip, drizzle, and garnish their cheesecake bites using the assorted toppings.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Customizable dessert experience for every guest
  • Quick to prepare with no baking required
02 -
  • Chilling the cheesecake bites before serving helps the texture and flavor
  • Board can be adjusted for gluten-free or nut-free diets with substitutions
03 -
  • Make bites in advance to save time and chill for best texture
  • Let guests build their own to create an interactive dessert station
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