Description

Indulge in these rich and creamy Chocolate Caramel Cheesecake Bites that combine velvety chocolate cheesecake filling with a smooth chocolate coating and decadent caramel drizzle. Perfect bite-sized treats for dessert lovers looking for a quick and easy no-bake delight.

Ingredients

Scale

Cheesecake Filling

8 ounces cream cheese, softened
1/2 cup granulated sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/4 cup sour cream
1/4 cup cocoa powder

Chocolate Coating

1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
1 tablespoon coconut oil

Caramel Drizzle

1/2 cup caramel sauce

Optional Substitutions

Use mascarpone cheese instead of cream cheese for lighter texture
Substitute granulated sugar with coconut sugar or sugar alternative
Use Dutch-processed cocoa powder for deeper chocolate flavor

Instructions

Prepare the Cheesecake Filling: In a mixing bowl, combine softened cream cheese, granulated sugar, vanilla extract, sour cream, and cocoa powder. Use an electric mixer to blend the ingredients until the mixture is completely smooth and creamy.
Form the Bites: Chill the cheesecake mixture for about 10 minutes to make it easier to handle. Then, using a small cookie scoop or your hands, form the cheesecake mixture into bite-sized balls about 1 inch in diameter. Place them on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
Chill the Cheesecake Balls: Cover the baking sheet with plastic wrap and refrigerate the cheesecake balls for at least 1 hour, allowing them to firm up adequately for coating.
Melt the Chocolate: In a microwave-safe bowl, combine the semi-sweet chocolate chips and coconut oil. Microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring after each, until the chocolate is completely melted and smooth.
Coat the Cheesecake Bites: Remove the cheesecake balls from the refrigerator. Using a fork, dip each ball into the melted chocolate, fully covering it. Place the coated bites back onto the parchment-lined baking sheet, shaking off any excess chocolate.
Drizzle with Caramel: Drizzle the caramel sauce over the chocolate-coated cheesecake bites using a spoon or piping bag to add a decorative finish and additional sweetness.
Final Chill: Return the bites to the refrigerator and chill for an additional 30 minutes to allow the chocolate and caramel to set perfectly before serving.

Notes

For a lighter texture, substitute cream cheese with mascarpone cheese.
To reduce refined sugars, swap granulated sugar with coconut sugar or a sugar alternative.
Use Dutch-processed cocoa powder for a richer chocolate flavor.
Keep the bites refrigerated until serving to maintain firmness and freshness.
If making homemade caramel sauce, ensure it is cool before drizzling to prevent melting the chocolate coating.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 0 minutes
Category: Dessert
Method: No-Cook
Cuisine: American

Keywords: Chocolate Cheesecake Bites, Caramel Cheesecake, No-Bake Dessert, Chocolate Caramel Treats, Bite-sized Cheesecake