Imagine sinking your teeth into a creamy, decadent cheesecake bite that's not only irresistibly delicious but also completely keto-friendly. These Keto Salted Caramel Cheesecake Bites are the ultimate dessert solution for anyone craving a sweet treat without breaking their low-carb lifestyle. With a perfect balance of rich cream cheese, a hint of sea salt, and a luxurious sugar-free caramel drizzle, these mini desserts are about to become your new obsession!
Prep Time: 15 mins
Cook Time: 30 mins
Total Time: 45 mins
Cuisine: Keto
Serves: 24 bites
Ingredients
- 1 cup cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup erythritol
- 1/4 cup heavy cream
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 teaspoon sea salt
- 1/4 cup sugar-free caramel sauce
Instructions
- Prepare your workspace by lining a mini muffin tin with silicone or parchment paper mini cupcake liners to prevent sticking.
- In a large mixing bowl, use an electric mixer to beat the softened cream cheese until smooth and creamy, ensuring no lumps remain.
- Gradually add erythritol to the cream cheese, mixing on medium speed until the sweetener is fully incorporated and the mixture becomes light and fluffy.
- Pour in the heavy cream and vanilla extract, continuing to mix until the ingredients are well combined and the mixture is silky.
- Sprinkle sea salt into the mixture and fold gently to distribute evenly throughout the cheesecake batter.
- Using a small cookie scoop or tablespoon, carefully fill each mini muffin liner about 2/3 full with the cheesecake mixture.
- Place the filled muffin tin in the refrigerator and chill for at least 2 hours, or until the cheesecake bites are firm.
- Once chilled, remove the cheesecake bites from the refrigerator and drizzle each bite with sugar-free caramel sauce.
- For best texture and flavor, return the bites to the refrigerator for an additional 30 minutes before serving.
- Store the Keto Salted Caramel Cheesecake Bites in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
Tips
- Ensure your cream cheese is completely softened at room temperature to achieve a smooth, lump-free mixture.
- Use an electric mixer for the best texture and to incorporate air into the batter, making your cheesecake bites light and creamy.
- Chill the bites thoroughly - patience is key to achieving the perfect consistency.
- For an extra-smooth mixture, scrape down the sides of the bowl while mixing to incorporate all ingredients evenly.
- Use a small cookie scoop for uniform-sized bites that look professionally made.
- If you don't have sugar-free caramel sauce, you can make your own using erythritol and heavy cream.
- For best results, use high-quality ingredients and measure precisely to maintain the keto-friendly macros.
- These bites can be frozen for up to a month if you want to prepare them in advance.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 50kcal
Carbohydrates: 1g
Protein: 1g
Fat: 5g
Saturated Fat: 3g
Cholesterol: 15mg
