Raspberry Cream Cheese Bites Recipe

I am excited to share my Raspberry Cream Cheese Bites Recipe that features a rich blend of cream cheese mixed with powdered sugar and vanilla, paired with buttery graham cracker crumbs and fresh raspberries. This treat is a brilliant twist that highlights the natural allure of fresh berries and a tangy lemon kick.

I recently whipped up some Raspberry Cream Cheese Bites and I gotta say, they totally blew my mind. I started off combining 1 1/2 cups of graham cracker crumbs with 1/3 cup melted unsalted butter and a bit of granulated sugar for a crisp base that really holds up.

Then it was time for the filling: mixing 16 oz of softened cream cheese with 1/2 cup powdered sugar and a teaspoon of vanilla extract until it was smooth and luscious. I folded in fresh raspberries which gave it that slight tang that makes these treats so addictive.

The crowning glory was a homemade raspberry sauce made with 2 cups of fresh raspberries, 1/3 cup granulated sugar and a splash of lemon juice. This recipe is perfect for a morning boost or even a bite-sized dessert when you’re baking for a crowd.

I promise, after trying these, you’ll be hooked on this raspberry cream cheese dessert. Enjoy experimenting!

Why I Like this Recipe

I really love this recipe because it has this awesome mix of textures. The graham cracker crust is both crunchy and buttery which gives a nice contrast to the super smooth cream cheese filling.

I also enjoy the mix of fresh raspberries in the filling. They add a real tangy kick and feel a bit different from your standard dessert.

Another thing I like is the raspberry sauce on top. It’s not too sweet, and it ties everything together perfectly, making every bite burst with flavor.

Finally, it’s just really fun to make since its pretty easy and the process feels creative even if you’re just whipping up something quick for the family.

Ingredients

• Graham cracker crumbs provide carb energy and a satisfying crunch, with lightly sweet flavor.
• Melted unsalted butter adds rich creaminess and helps bind all the ingredients together.
• Cream cheese offers a velvety texture with a slight tang and a good protein boost.
• Granulated sugar sweetens the mix while balancing the tart fruit flavors real well.
• Fresh raspberries bring fiber, bold colour, and a burst of natural tart sweetness in every bite.
• Lemon juice adds a pop of zesty tang that really brightens the overall flavor.
• Vanilla extract gives a warm, mellow aroma which ties the flavours together nicely.
• Powdered sugar provides a light, whipped sweetness finishing the cream cheese filling perfectly.

Ingredient Quantities

• 1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs
• 1/3 cup melted unsalted butter
• 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
• 16 oz cream cheese, softened
• 1/2 cup powdered sugar
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 cup fresh raspberries for the filling
• 2 cups fresh raspberries for the sauce
• 1/3 cup granulated sugar for the sauce
• 1 teaspoon lemon juice for the sauce

How to Make this

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F and mix 1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs, 1/3 cup melted unsalted butter and 2 tablespoons granulated sugar in a bowl. Press the mixture into a greased 9×9 inch pan.

2. In another bowl, beat 16 oz softened cream cheese with 1/2 cup powdered sugar and 1 teaspoon vanilla extract until it’s smooth.

3. Gently fold in 1 cup of fresh raspberries (try not to mash them too much) into the cream cheese mixture until evenly combined.

4. Spread the cream cheese filling evenly over the crust in your pan.

5. Bake the layered dessert in the preheated oven for about 20 minutes, or until the edges start to get lightly golden.

6. While the bites are cooling, make the raspberry sauce by combining 2 cups fresh raspberries, 1/3 cup granulated sugar and 1 teaspoon lemon juice in a small saucepan.

7. Cook the raspberry mixture over medium heat for about 5 to 7 minutes until it thickens slightly, stirring occasionally.

8. Once the baked dessert has chilled a bit, cut it into bite-sized squares and drizzle the homemade raspberry sauce on top before serving.

Equipment Needed

1. Oven – preheat it to 350°F
2. A 9×9 inch baking pan (make sure its greased)
3. Two mixing bowls (one for the graham cracker crust and one for the cream cheese filling)
4. Measuring cups and spoons
5. Hand mixer or whisk to beat the cream cheese mixture
6. Rubber spatula for folding in fresh raspberries and spreading the filling
7. A small saucepan for making the raspberry sauce
8. A stove to cook the sauce
9. A knife for cutting the dessert into bite-sized squares

FAQ

Raspberry Cream Cheese Bites Recipe Substitutions and Variations

• If you dont have graham crackers, digestive biscuits or vanilla wafer crumbs can work as a good replacement
• You can use salted butter instead of unsalted butter, just remember to cut back a bit on any extra salt in the recipe
• Mascarpone cheese can be used instead of cream cheese if you want a richer taste, but the texture might be slightly different
• Instead of powdered sugar, you could sift regular icing sugar and use that as a backup

Pro Tips

1. Make sure your cream cheese is totally softened before you mix it with the powdered sugar and vanilla. If its too cold it can get lumpy so pop it in the microwave for a few seconds to soften it up.

2. When you’re folding in the fresh raspberries into the cream cheese, be super gentle so they dont break down too much. You want little bits of raspberry in every bite, so use a light hand.

3. For the raspberry sauce, keep an eye on it while it cooks. If it seems too runny, let it simmer a bit longer, stirring often to prevent burning. It’s better to have it slightly thicker than too watery.

4. Let the dessert cool completely before you cut it up and drench it in the sauce. It helps it set and keeps the layers intact so every square holds together better.