Vampire Bite Cheesecake Bites with Raspberry Sauce
Halloween is the perfect time to bring a little drama to the dessert table, and u003cstrongu003eVampire Bite Cheesecake Bites with Raspberry Sauceu003c/strongu003e are the ultimate spooky-sweet treat! These mini cheesecakes are rich, creamy, and decadent with a buttery graham cracker crust that melts in your mouth.
Ingredients
For the Cheesecake Bites:
- 1 cup graham cracker crumbs (or digestive biscuits, finely crushed)
- 3 tbsp unsalted butter, melted
- 2 tbsp granulated sugar
- 16 oz (450g) cream cheese, softened
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs, room temperature
- 1 tsp pure vanilla extract
- 2 tbsp sour cream
For the Raspberry Sauce (u0022Vampire Bloodu0022):
- 1 ½ cups fresh or frozen raspberries
- ¼ cup granulated sugar
- 1 tsp lemon juice
- 1 tsp cornstarch mixed with 2 tsp water (optional, for thickening)
Instructions
- Prepare the Crust Preheat oven to 325°F (160°C). Mix graham cracker crumbs, sugar, and melted butter until combined. Divide evenly among 12 muffin liners and press down firmly. Bake for 5 minutes. Set aside to cool.
- Make the Cheesecake Filling Beat softened cream cheese and sugar until smooth. Add eggs one at a time, mixing gently. Stir in vanilla extract and sour cream. Spoon filling evenly over cooled crusts.
- Bake the Cheesecake Bites Bake for 18–20 minutes, until centers are just set (slightly jiggly). Cool to room temperature, then refrigerate for at least 2 hours.
- Prepare the Raspberry Sauce In a saucepan, cook raspberries, sugar, and lemon juice over medium heat until berries break down. (Optional) Stir in cornstarch slurry for a thicker sauce. Strain to remove seeds if smooth texture is desired. Cool completely.
- Decorate the Cheesecakes Spoon raspberry sauce onto each cheesecake. Use a toothpick to create “bite marks” and let sauce drip for a realistic effect.