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Valentine’s Mini Cheesecake Squares

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Creamy cheesecake bites dipped in chocolate and topped with candy hearts—these mini squares are the perfect Valentine’s Day treat to share or gift!

  • Author: Ella
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 35 minutes
  • Total Time: 45 minutes (plus freezing time)
  • Yield: 16 servings
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baked / No-Bake Finish
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Ingredients

For the Crust:

1 cup graham cracker crumbs

1/4 cup pecans, chopped

1/4 cup butter, melted

For the Cheesecake Filling:

16 oz cream cheese, softened

1/2 cup sugar

1/4 cup sour cream

2 eggs

1/2 tsp vanilla extract

For the Coating & Topping:

24 oz semi-sweet chocolate chips

3 tbsp shortening

Candy hearts (for decoration)

Instructions

Prepare the Pan:
Line a 9-inch square baking pan with foil and spray lightly with cooking spray.

Make the Crust:
In a small bowl, mix graham cracker crumbs, chopped pecans, and melted butter. Press evenly into the bottom of the prepared pan.

Mix the Filling:
In a medium bowl, beat cream cheese, sugar, sour cream, eggs, and vanilla extract until smooth.

Bake:
Spread the cheesecake filling over the crust. Bake in a preheated oven at 325°F (163°C) for about 35 minutes, or until the center is just set. Cool completely.

Freeze:
Once cooled, place the pan in the freezer for at least 4 hours or overnight.

Cut into Squares:
Remove from pan and use a sharp knife to cut into small squares.

Dip in Chocolate:
Melt chocolate chips with shortening in a microwave-safe bowl, stirring until smooth. Using a toothpick, dip each cheesecake square into the melted chocolate, coating evenly.

Decorate:
Place dipped squares on parchment paper. While still wet, top with a candy heart.

Chill Until Serving:
Store in the refrigerator (or freezer for longer storage) until ready to serve.

Notes

Use a hot knife to make clean cuts through the cheesecake.

Try using white chocolate or pink candy melts for a Valentine’s Day twist.

Best served chilled or slightly thawed from frozen.

Find it online: https://elladishes.com/valentines-mini-cheesecake-squares/