CHOCOLATE-COVERED CHEESECAKE SQUARES

Chocolate-Covered Cheesecake Squares image

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

Time 1h30m

Yield 49 squares.

Number Of Ingredients 12

Ingredients

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.