Save A show-stopping, interactive dessert board featuring creamy cheesecake bites and an array of delicious toppings for a customizable sweet experience.
I first made this dessert board for a family celebration and loved seeing everyone laughing as they created new flavor combinations with the cheesecake bites and toppings.
Ingredients
- Cream cheese: 16 oz (450 g), softened
- Granulated sugar: 1/2 cup (100 g)
- Vanilla extract: 1 tsp
- Sour cream: 1/4 cup (60 ml)
- Heavy cream: 1/4 cup (60 ml)
- Graham cracker crumbs: 1 cup (120 g)
- Fresh strawberries: 1 cup (150 g), sliced
- Fresh blueberries: 1 cup (125 g)
- Raspberries: 1 cup (150 g)
- Salted caramel sauce: 1/2 cup (120 ml)
- Chocolate ganache or hot fudge: 1/2 cup (120 ml)
- Crushed Oreos: 1/2 cup (80 g)
- Chopped toasted pecans: 1/2 cup (60 g)
- Mini chocolate chips: 1/2 cup (60 g)
- Toasted coconut flakes: 1/2 cup (60 g)
- Rainbow sprinkles: 1/4 cup (40 g)
Instructions
- Mix filling:
- In a large bowl, beat cream cheese and sugar together until smooth and fluffy.
- Add flavor:
- Add vanilla extract, sour cream, and heavy cream. Continue beating until creamy and well-combined.
- Form bites:
- Using a small cookie scoop or tablespoon, form the cheesecake mixture into 1-inch balls.
- Coat with crumbs:
- Roll half of the balls in graham cracker crumbs to coat. Leave the rest plain for variety.
- Arrange board:
- Arrange cheesecake bites on a large serving board or platter.
- Prepare toppings:
- Neatly arrange all toppings in small bowls or directly on the board around the cheesecake bites.
- Serve:
- Serve immediately so guests can dip, drizzle, and top their cheesecake bites as desired.
Save The kids loved dipping the cheesecake bites and adding mountains of sprinkles. Even adults joined in on the fun, creating unique bites with every topping.
Required Tools
Stand mixer or handheld electric mixer, mixing bowls, cookie scoop or tablespoon, serving platter or board, small bowls for toppings
Allergen Information
Contains dairy (cream cheese, sour cream, heavy cream), gluten (graham crackers, Oreos), and nuts (pecans). May contain soy (chocolate), coconut, and other allergens depending on topping choices. Always double-check ingredient labels if allergies are a concern.
Nutritional Information (per serving)
Calories: 385, Total Fat: 26 g, Carbohydrates: 32 g, Protein: 5 g
Save This dessert board guarantees smiles, laughter, and a sweet ending to any gathering.
Recipe FAQs
- → Can I make cheesecake bites ahead of time?
Yes, you can prepare them a day in advance and chill covered for best texture and flavor.
- → What toppings work best for the board?
Fresh berries, caramel, chocolate sauces, nuts, cookie crumbs, and sprinkles offer great variety.
- → Are there gluten-free options for this board?
Use gluten-free cookies or graham-style biscuits for the crumb coating and toppings when needed.
- → Can I flavor the cheesecake base differently?
Try adding lemon zest, liqueur, or flavored extracts to customize the cheesecake mixture.
- → How should the dessert board be served?
Arrange bites and toppings on a large platter and let guests mix and match according to their taste.
- → What pairs well with this dessert?
Coffee, dessert wine, or a sparkling beverage complements the creamy and sweet flavors nicely.