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Cherry Cheesecake Bites

Delicious Cherry Cheesecake Bites for Easy Sweet Treats

Delightful Cherry Cheesecake Bites made with crispy puff pastry, perfect for any occasion.
Prep Time 16 minutes
Cook Time 18 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 34 minutes
Servings: 16 bites
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 120

Ingredients
  

For the Pastry
  • 17.3 ounces Puff Pastry Sheets 2 sheets; substitute with gluten-free pastry for dietary needs
For the Cheesecake Filling
  • 6 ounces Cream Cheese at room temperature
  • 3 tablespoons White Granulated Sugar adjust based on cherry pie filling's sweetness
  • 1 teaspoon Pure Vanilla Extract
For the Cherry Filling
  • 21 ounces Cherry Pie Filling feel free to swap with other fillings like raspberry or strawberry
For the Icing (optional)
  • ¾ cup Powdered Sugar for drizzling on top
  • 2 tablespoons Milk to thin icing for easy drizzling

Equipment

  • mini muffin pan
  • Hand Mixer
  • Wire Rack

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and lightly spray a mini muffin pan with nonstick cooking spray.
  2. Roll out the puff pastry sheets on a lightly floured surface and cut each sheet into 4x4 squares.
  3. In a medium bowl, combine the cream cheese, granulated sugar, and vanilla extract. Beat until smooth.
  4. Spoon approximately 1 teaspoon of the cream cheese mixture into each puff pastry square and add half a tablespoon of cherry pie filling on top.
  5. Place the muffin tin in the oven and bake for 18 to 22 minutes until golden brown.
  6. Let them cool in the tin for a few minutes, then transfer to a wire rack. For icing, whisk powdered sugar and milk together and drizzle over bites.
  7. Serve at room temperature, arranged on a dessert platter.

Nutrition

Serving: 1biteCalories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 2gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 15mgSodium: 100mgPotassium: 50mgFiber: 1gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Ensure cream cheese is at room temperature for smooth filling. Avoid overfilling to prevent overflow during baking. Store in an airtight container for 3-4 days or freeze for up to 2 months.

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