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Cherry Cheesecake Bites

Delightful and easy-to-make Cherry Cheesecake Bites that combine the richness of cheesecake with the sweet zing of cherries. Perfect for parties, picnics, or as a guilt-free snack, these treats are also dairy-free.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 2 hours 30 minutes
Servings: 12 bites
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the crust
  • 1 cup walnuts
  • 1 cup pitted dates
  • 1/2 tsp cinnamon
  • a pinch salt
For the filling
  • 1 1/2 cups raw cashews (soaked in water for at least 4 hours or overnight)
  • 1/4 cup coconut cream
  • 1/4 cup maple syrup
  • 1/4 cup lemon juice
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • a pinch salt
For the cherry compote
  • 2 cups fresh or frozen cherries (pitted)
  • 1/4 cup maple syrup
  • 1 tbsp lemon juice
  • 1 tbsp cornstarch mixed with 2 tablespoons water

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a food processor, combine the walnuts, dates, cinnamon, and a pinch of salt. Process until the mix becomes crumbly and sticky.
  2. Press this mixture into the bottoms of a mini muffin tin lined with parchment paper or silicone molds.
  3. Drain and rinse the soaked cashews. Blend them with coconut cream, maple syrup, lemon juice, vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt until smooth.
  4. Spoon the cashew mixture over the crust in the mini muffin tin.
  5. Place the mini muffin tin in the freezer for at least 2 hours until the cheesecake bites are firm.
Making the cherry compote
  1. In a saucepan, combine cherries, maple syrup, and lemon juice. Cook these together until the cherries release their juices.
  2. Stir in the cornstarch mixture and cook until it thickens, about 2-3 minutes.
Assembly
  1. Remove the mini cheesecakes from the freezer, let them sit for a minute, and then top with the cherry compote.
  2. Serve immediately or store them in the refrigerator.

Notes

Soak the cashews overnight for a creamier filling. For a sweeter taste, adjust the maple syrup according to your preference. Use fresh cherries in season for the best flavor or high-quality frozen cherries if they’re out of season.