Pin 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 deconstructed cheesecake board for a birthday party and it quickly became a hit with both kids and adults. Everyone loved combining their favorite toppings to create their own unique treat.
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
- Beat cream cheese and sugar:
- In a large bowl, beat cream cheese and sugar together until smooth and fluffy.
- Add other ingredients:
- Add vanilla extract, sour cream, and heavy cream; continue beating until mixture is creamy and well-combined.
- Form cheesecake balls:
- Using a small cookie scoop or tablespoon, form 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 on platter:
- Arrange cheesecake bites on a large serving board or platter.
- Arrange toppings:
- Neatly arrange all toppings in small bowls or directly on the board around the cheesecake bites.
- Serve:
- Serve immediately, allowing guests to dip, drizzle, and top their cheesecake bites as desired.
Pin This dessert board turned into a fun family tradition for holidays. Everyone gathers around to decorate their cheesecake bites and tries new topping combinations together.
Required Tools
Stand mixer or handheld 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 Protein: 5 g Total Fat: 26 g Carbohydrates: 32 g
Pin This board offers endless flavor combinations and is guaranteed to impress your guests.
Recipe FAQ
- → How do you achieve creamy cheesecake bites?
Beat cream cheese, sugar, vanilla, sour cream, and heavy cream until smooth and fluffy before forming the bites. This ensures a rich, creamy texture.
- → What toppings work best for variety?
Offer a mix of fresh fruits, sauces like caramel or ganache, crunchy nuts, crushed cookies, coconut flakes, and colorful sprinkles to please every palate.
- → Can these cheesecake bites be made ahead?
Yes, chilling the bites for 30 minutes or longer before serving helps them firm up and enhances flavor. Assemble the board just before serving.
- → Are there gluten-free or nut-free options?
Use gluten-free cookie crumbs for coating and omit nuts if needed. Always check toppings for potential allergens and adjust as necessary.
- → How should the dessert board be served?
Place cheesecake bites at the center of a large platter or board, surrounding them with toppings in small bowls so guests can customize each bite.
- → What beverages pair well?
Coffee, dessert wine, or bubbly drinks are excellent companions, enhancing the flavors and creating a celebratory experience.