Description
These Gluten-Free Strawberry Shortcake Bites are a delightful no-bake treat featuring a crunchy graham cracker crust topped with a creamy, sweetened cream cheese and fresh strawberry filling. Perfect as a light dessert or party snack, they come together quickly and require no oven time.
Ingredients
Scale
For the Base:
- 2 cups graham cracker crumbs
- 1/2 cup melted butter
For the Filling:
- 1 cup cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup diced fresh strawberries
For Topping:
- Whipped cream (optional)
- Extra graham cracker crumbs for garnish
Instructions
- Prepare the Base: In a medium bowl, combine the graham cracker crumbs and melted butter until well mixed. Press the mixture firmly into the bottom of a lined muffin tin or silicone molds to form the base for each bite.
- Mix the Filling: In another bowl, beat the softened cream cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract together until the mixture is smooth and creamy, ensuring no lumps remain.
- Add the Strawberries: Gently fold the diced fresh strawberries into the cream cheese mixture, being careful to evenly distribute the fruit without mashing it.
- Assemble the Bites: Spoon the cream cheese and strawberry filling evenly on top of the graham cracker base in each mold. Sprinkle extra graham cracker crumbs on top of each to add a crunchy finish.
- Chill: Refrigerate the strawberry shortcake bites for at least 2 hours or until they are fully set and firm enough to remove from the molds.
- Serve: Remove the bites from the molds, top each with whipped cream if desired, and enjoy these refreshing, gluten-free treats.
Notes
- Ensure cream cheese is softened to room temperature to achieve a smooth filling.
- Use fresh, ripe strawberries for the best flavor and texture.
- These bites must be refrigerated for at least 2 hours to set properly.
- For a dairy-free option, substitute cream cheese and whipped cream with suitable vegan alternatives.
- Handle the strawberry filling gently to keep the fruit pieces intact.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
