Ingredients
– 1 cup graham cracker crumbs
– ½ cup unsalted butter, melted
– 1 cup cream cheese, softened
– ½ cup powdered sugar
– 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
– 1 cup fresh strawberries, diced
– 1 cup whipped cream
– 1 cup crushed strawberry wafers
Equipment Needed
– Mixing bowls
– Electric mixer or whisk
– 9×9 inch baking dish
– Baking parchment paper
– Small spatula
– Refrigerator
Step-by-Step Instructions
To get started, preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). First, combine the graham cracker crumbs and melted butter in a bowl. Mix until the crumbs are well-coated and hold together. Once that’s done, press the mixture firmly into the bottom of your baking dish to create a crust. This helps form the base for your cheesecake bites. It’s such a satisfying step—just press down hard enough, and you’ll smell that warm, buttery goodness filling the kitchen. (See the next page below to continue steps…)