Ingredients
Scale
- 4 oz (half block) cream cheese, softened
- 2 tbsp powdered sugar
- 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/4 cup heavy whipping cream (whipped to stiff peaks)
- 1/4 cup crushed Golden Oreos
- 1/4 cup crushed freeze-dried strawberries
- 1/4 cup strawberry jam or preserves
- 8 vanilla wafer cookies or mini tart shells (for base)
- Optional: additional crushed cookies + strawberries for garnish
Instructions
- Make the Cheesecake Filling: In a mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth and fluffy. Make sure there are no lumps—this step is key for that creamy texture!
- Fold in Whipped Cream: Gently fold the whipped cream into the cream cheese mixture using a spatula. Do this slowly to keep the mixture airy and light. The result should be silky, soft, and mousse-like.
- Prepare the Crunch Topping: In a small bowl, mix the crushed Golden Oreos and freeze-dried strawberries. This creates that signature strawberry crunch flavor and texture.
- Assemble the Bites: Place a vanilla wafer or mini tart shell as the base for each bite. Spoon a dollop of cheesecake filling on top. Use a piping bag if you want them to look extra cute and swirled!
- Add Strawberry Jam: Add about 1/2 tsp of strawberry jam on top of each cheesecake bite. Swirl it in slightly with a toothpick or spoon for a pretty marbled look.
- Top with Crunch: Sprinkle a generous amount of the strawberry crunch topping on each bite. Press it in slightly so it sticks to the creamy top.
- Chill and Serve: Chill the bites in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes to help them firm up slightly. Serve cold and enjoy immediately!
Notes
- Want a more structured base? Use mini cupcake liners or a silicone mold for easier handling and presentation.
- These are freezer-friendly—pop them in for a quick frozen summer treat! Simply freeze them on a tray until solid, then transfer to an airtight container.
- For a stronger strawberry flavor, you can add a tiny drop of strawberry extract to the cheesecake filling.
- If you don’t have freeze-dried strawberries, you can finely chop fresh strawberries and pat them very dry, though the texture of the crunch will be different.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dessert, No-Bake, Bite-Sized
- Method: No-Bake, Chilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bite
- Calories: 160
Keywords: strawberry, cheesecake, no-bake, dessert, easy, bite-sized, summer