Description
Indulge in these decadent Maple Whiskey Glazed Bacon Cheesecake Bites, perfect for parties or a sweet treat!
Ingredients
1 cup cream cheese, softened
1/2 cup powdered sugar
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/2 cup heavy cream
1/4 cup maple syrup
1/4 cup whiskey
8 strips of bacon, cooked and chopped
1 cup graham cracker crumbs
1/4 cup melted butter
Pinch of salt
Instructions
1.
2. 1. In a mixing bowl, combine cream cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract. Beat until smooth.
3. 2. In another bowl, whip the heavy cream until stiff peaks form. Gently fold into the cream cheese mixture.
4. 3. In a separate bowl, mix together maple syrup and whiskey, then fold this into the cheesecake mixture.
5. 4. Stir in the chopped bacon, reserving some for topping.
6. 5. In a small bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and a pinch of salt. Mix until crumbly.
7. 6. Press the graham cracker mixture into the bottoms of mini muffin tins.
8. 7. Spoon the cheesecake mixture on top of the crusts.
9. 8. Chill in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours to set.
10. 9. Before serving, top with reserved bacon and a drizzle of maple syrup.
11.
Notes
These bites can be made a day in advance and stored in the refrigerator. The bacon adds a savory crunch that pairs perfectly with the sweetness of the maple and whiskey.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bite
- Calories: 180 kcal
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
Keywords: cheesecake, bacon, whiskey, dessert, sweet