Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 12 graham cracker squares, roughly crushed or finely ground
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
- Optional toppings: fresh strawberries, raspberry sauce, powdered sugar, or mini chocolate chips
Instructions
- Crush the graham crackers into fine crumbs using a food processor or by placing them in a sealed bag and crushing with a rolling pin. Combine the crushed graham crackers with melted butter in a bowl, mixing until the crumbs are evenly coated.
- Place silicone mini muffin cups or small ramekins on your workspace. Spoon a small amount of the graham cracker mixture into the base of each cup. Press down firmly with the back of a spoon to form a compact crust layer.
- In a mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese and granulated sugar together until smooth and creamy. Add the egg and vanilla extract, continuing to blend until fully combined and the mixture is velvety.
- Pour the cream cheese mixture on top of the crust in each cup, filling nearly to the top but leaving a small gap to avoid overflow during cooking.
- Preheat your air fryer to 320°F (160°C). Place the silicone cups carefully into the air fryer basket, arranging them so they don’t touch to allow air circulation. Air fry for 10-12 minutes or until the cheesecake is set but still slightly jiggly in the center.
- Remove the cheesecake bites from the air fryer and allow them to cool to room temperature. Then transfer them to the refrigerator to chill for at least 2 hours or overnight. This ensures they set properly and develop that classic cheesecake texture.
- Once chilled, garnish the bites with your choice of toppings, such as fresh strawberries, a drizzle of raspberry sauce, powdered sugar, or mini chocolate chips for an added festive touch perfect for Valentine’s Day.
Notes
Air Fryer Cheesecake Bites are a delightful, easy-to-make dessert perfect for Valentine’s Day. This recipe combines creamy cheesecake with a crispy, golden crust, all made effortlessly in an air fryer. Includes ingredients, equipment, step-by-step instructions, nutrition facts, and FAQs for perfect results.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 12 cheesecake bites
- Calories: 150 calories
- Sugar: 10 grams
- Fat: 11 grams
- Carbohydrates: 9 grams
- Fiber: 0.5 grams
- Protein: 3 grams