Description
Forest Blackberry Cheesecake Pops are a delightful and elegant dessert that combines creamy cheesecake, sweet-tart blackberries, and a crunchy coating, all served in a fun, bite-sized pop. They’re perfect for parties, special occasions, or just treating yourself to something indulgent. Each pop is a little piece of cheesecake heaven, with a hint of berry freshness that makes it feel light and summery.
Ingredients
For the Cheesecake Center:
8 oz cream cheese, softened
1/4 cup granulated sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/2 cup fresh blackberries, finely mashed
For the Coating:
8 oz white or dark chocolate, melted
1 tablespoon coconut oil (optional, for smoother coating)
Crushed graham crackers or sprinkles (optional, for decoration)
For Assembly:
12–15 lollipop sticks
Instructions
- Prepare the Cheesecake Mixture: In a large bowl, beat the softened cream cheese with sugar and vanilla extract until smooth and creamy. Gently fold in the mashed blackberries until evenly distributed.
- Form the Pops: Scoop out tablespoon-sized portions of the cheesecake mixture and roll them into smooth balls. Place the balls onto a parchment-lined baking sheet and insert a lollipop stick into each one. Freeze for at least 1 hour until firm.
- Prepare the Coating: Melt the chocolate in a heatproof bowl over a double boiler or in the microwave in 20-second intervals, stirring until smooth. If using, stir in the coconut oil to create a glossy, smooth coating.
- Coat the Pops: Dip each cheesecake ball into the melted chocolate, ensuring it’s fully coated. Allow excess chocolate to drip off. Optionally, sprinkle with crushed graham crackers, sprinkles, or extra finely chopped blackberries while the chocolate is still wet.
- Set the Pops: Place the coated pops back onto the parchment-lined baking sheet and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes, or until the chocolate is completely set.
- Serve: These Forest Blackberry Cheesecake Pops are best served chilled. Arrange them on a platter for a beautiful presentation.
Notes
Use a mix of blackberries and raspberries for a sweeter, more colorful filling.
Dip in milk chocolate instead of white or dark chocolate for a different flavor.
Roll the pops in finely crushed nuts or coconut flakes instead of chocolate for a textured coating.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: undefined
- Category: Dessert, Snack
- Method: Freeze, Dip, Chill
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 pop
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 13g
- Sodium: 20mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
