Deconstructed Dessert Board Cheesecake (Printable)

Create an interactive board with cheesecake bites and toppings for a customizable sweet finish to your gathering.

# 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 Oreos
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

# Cooking Steps:

01 - In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese and granulated sugar together using an electric mixer until the texture is smooth and fluffy.
02 - Add vanilla extract, sour cream, and heavy cream to the bowl and continue beating until thoroughly combined and creamy.
03 - Using a small cookie scoop or tablespoon, portion out the cheesecake mixture and roll into 1-inch balls.
04 - Roll half of the cheesecake balls in graham cracker crumbs to cover; leave the remainder plain for varied texture.
05 - Arrange the prepared cheesecake bites on a large serving platter or board.
06 - Neatly organize all selected toppings in small bowls or directly on the board surrounding the cheesecake bites.
07 - Serve immediately and allow guests to customize each cheesecake bite with their preferred assortment of toppings.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • Completely customizable for any occasion
  • No baking required for quick preparation
02 -
  • Contains dairy, gluten, and nuts, so check ingredient labels for allergies
  • No baking needed, but chilling cheesecake bites before serving makes them firmer
03 -
  • Chill cheesecake bites for extra firmness and flavor
  • Offer a variety of toppings for more customization and fun
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