Mini Chocolate Cheesecake Bites combine the best of two worlds—rich, decadent chocolate and smooth, creamy cheesecake—all in a bite-sized treat.

1 cup graham cracker crumbs (or chocolate cookie crumbs for extra chocolate flavor)

3 tbsp sugar

¼ cup melted butter

8 oz cream cheese, softened

½ cup powdered sugar

1 tsp vanilla extract

¼ cup sour cream (for creaminess)

½ cup semi-sweet or milk chocolate chips (melted)

1 egg

¼ cup semi-sweet chocolate chips (for drizzling)

Whipped cream (optional, for garnish)

Mini chocolate shavings or sprinkles (optional, for garnish)

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Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 325°F (160°C).
Prepare the Crust: In a mixing bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs, sugar, and melted butter. Stir until well-coated, forming a crumbly mixture.
Press the Crust into Muffin Tins: Press the mixture into the bottom of mini muffin tins or a mini muffin pan to create the crust. Use the back of a spoon to pack it down evenly.
Make the Cheesecake Filling: In another bowl, beat softened cream cheese until smooth. Add powdered sugar, vanilla extract, sour cream, melted chocolate chips, and egg. Mix until well combined and smooth.
Fill the Muffin Tins: Pour the cheesecake filling over the crust in the mini muffin tins, filling each one about ¾ full.
Bake: Bake for 15-20 minutes or until the centers are set. The cheesecake should be firm to the touch but still slightly soft in the center.
Cool: Remove from the oven and allow the cheesecake bites to cool completely in the tin. After cooling, place them in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours to set fully.
Add the Finishing Touches: Once cooled and set, drizzle melted semi-sweet chocolate chips over the top. Garnish with whipped cream, mini chocolate shavings, or sprinkles if desired.

Chocolate Cookie Crust: For a richer chocolate flavor, substitute graham cracker crumbs with chocolate cookie crumbs.

Toppings: Experiment with different toppings such as crushed nuts, caramel drizzle, or fresh fruit to add variety to these mini bites.

Add a Twist of Flavors: Mix in espresso powder or orange zest into the cheesecake filling for an extra burst of flavor.