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Snow Globe Cheesecake Bites with Cookie Crust

Snow Globe Cheesecake Bites with Cookie Crust for Festive Fun

Delightful Snow Globe Cheesecake Bites with Cookie Crust capture the essence of festive magic in every bite.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Chilling Time 2 hours
Total Time 2 hours 42 minutes
Servings: 12 bites
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 210
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cookie Crust
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour can substitute with gluten-free flour
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar coconut sugar can deepen flavor
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter vegan butter for dairy-free
  • 1 large egg flax egg as vegan option
For the Cheesecake Filling
  • 8 oz cream cheese Neufchâtel cheese as lighter alternative
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar use powdered sugar for smoother texture
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract almond extract for different flavor
  • 1 cup heavy cream coconut cream for dairy-free
For the Snow Globe Toppers
  • 1 pkg clear gelatin agar-agar as vegetarian option
  • 1 cup fondant marzipan for flavorful alternative
  • 2 tsp edible glitter sugar crystals can be used

Equipment

  • mixing bowl
  • electric mixer
  • baking tray
  • round molds
  • cookie cutters

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Combine all ingredients for the cookie crust and mix until soft dough forms. Press into a greased baking tray and bake for 10-12 minutes until golden. Cool completely.
  2. Beat softened cream cheese until smooth. Gradually add sugar, vanilla, and cream, mixing until fluffy. Spoon over cooled crust, spreading evenly. Chill for at least 2 hours to set.
  3. Dissolve clear gelatin in hot water per package instructions. Pour into molds, filling halfway. Refrigerate for 1-2 hours until firm.
  4. Roll out fondant to 1/4 inch thick and shape into tiny snowmen using cutters. Let sit to firm up.
  5. Carefully remove gelatin domes from molds and place on cheesecake bites. Top with fondant snowmen and sprinkle with edible glitter to finish.

Nutrition

Serving: 1biteCalories: 210kcalCarbohydrates: 28gProtein: 3gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 6gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 120mgPotassium: 75mgSugar: 15gVitamin A: 250IUCalcium: 40mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Ensure cream cheese is at room temperature for best mixing. Avoid overmixing filling to prevent air incorporation. Allow gelatin to cool before adding to cheesecake.

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