CHOCOLATE-COVERED CHEESECAKE SQUARES

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Satisfy your cheesecake craving with these bite-sized treats. Dipped in chocolate, the sweet, creamy delights are party favorites. But be warned...you won't be able to eat just one! -Esther Neustaefer, La Crete, Alberta

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 1h30m

Yield 49 squares.

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 cup graham cracker crumbs
1/4 cup finely chopped pecans
1/4 cup butter, melted
FILLING:
2 packages (8 ounces each) cream cheese, softened
1/2 cup sugar
1/4 cup sour cream
2 large eggs, room temperature, lightly beaten
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
COATING:
24 ounces semisweet chocolate, chopped
3 tablespoons shortening

Steps:

  • Line a 9-in. square baking pan with foil and grease the foil. In a small bowl, combine the graham cracker crumbs, pecans and butter. Press into prepared pan; set aside. , In a large bowl, beat the cream cheese, sugar and sour cream until smooth. Add eggs and vanilla; beat on low speed just until combined. Pour over crust. Bake at 325° for 35-40 minutes or until center is almost set. Cool on a wire rack. Freeze overnight., In a microwave, melt chocolate and shortening; stir until smooth. Cool slightly. , Using foil, lift cheesecake out of pan. Gently peel off foil; cut cheesecake into 1-1/4-in. squares. Work with a few pieces at a time for dipping; keep remaining squares refrigerated until ready to dip., Using a toothpick, completely dip squares, 1 at a time, into melted chocolate; allow excess to drip off. Place on waxed paper-lined baking sheets. Spoon additional chocolate over the tops if necessary to coat. (Reheat chocolate if needed to finish dipping.) Let stand for 20 minutes or until set. Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator or freezer.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 141 calories, Fat 10g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 22mg cholesterol, Sodium 48mg sodium, Carbohydrate 12g carbohydrate (10g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 2g protein.

Malik Khanzada
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These cheesecake squares are the best! They're creamy, chocolatey, and delicious. I can't wait to make them again.


Mahmudullah Hasan
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I love that I can make these cheesecake squares ahead of time. They're the perfect dessert to have on hand for unexpected guests.


Nkanyezi Makate
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These cheesecake squares are always a hit at parties. They're the perfect size for a single serving, and they're always gone in minutes.


Ram Krishna Silwal
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I love how easy it is to make these cheesecake squares. I can have them in the oven in less than 30 minutes.


Bunkaya Gardinga
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These cheesecake squares are the perfect dessert for a special occasion. They're elegant and delicious, and they're sure to impress your guests.


Ray Rusb
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I'm not a fan of chocolate, but I still enjoyed these cheesecake squares. The cheesecake filling is so creamy and delicious that it makes up for the chocolate coating.


Jitu Kahar
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These cheesecake squares are a great way to use up leftover cheesecake. I love that I can make them in any size or shape I want.


Tepaku Tomo
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I've made these cheesecake squares several times and they always turn out perfectly. They're the perfect dessert for any occasion.


Ahmad Hesham
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These cheesecake squares are a bit time-consuming to make, but they're definitely worth the effort. They're so delicious and everyone will love them.


Zoya Tamang
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I made these cheesecake squares for my friends and they were a huge hit! Everyone loved them and asked for the recipe.


Unogwu Kingsley
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These cheesecake squares are the perfect dessert for chocolate lovers. The chocolate coating is rich and decadent, and the cheesecake filling is creamy and smooth.


Koko Lala
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I'm not a baker, but I was able to make these cheesecake squares without any problems. The instructions are very clear and easy to follow.


Ikbal Shuvo
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These cheesecake squares are always a hit at potlucks. They're easy to transport and they always disappear quickly.


majdi hadad
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I love how versatile this recipe is. I've made it with different types of chocolate, and I've even added fruit to the cheesecake filling.


Godswill Akpan
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These cheesecake squares are the perfect dessert for any occasion. They're easy to make, delicious, and always a crowd-pleaser.


Efen Ndunge
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I'm not a huge fan of cheesecake, but these squares were amazing! The chocolate coating really balanced out the sweetness of the cheesecake.


maqsood rana
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These cheesecake squares are so easy to make, and they always turn out perfectly. I love that I can use any kind of chocolate I want for the coating.


Zethembiso Chagwe
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I made these cheesecake squares for my family and they were a huge success! The cheesecake was creamy and delicious, and the chocolate coating was the perfect finishing touch.


Harymah Naddamba
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These chocolate-covered cheesecake squares were a hit at my party! They were easy to make and everyone loved the combination of the creamy cheesecake and the rich chocolate.