These gluten free nutella cheesecake bites are one of my favorite no-bake treats to make. They come together quickly and taste like something you’d get from a fancy bakery.

They have a crunchy chocolate cookie base topped with a smooth and creamy Nutella cheesecake filling. Every bite is rich, chocolatey, and just the right amount of sweet.

The best part is that this recipe is completely gluten free. So if you or someone you know avoids gluten, you can enjoy these without worrying about a thing.

You only need a handful of ingredients to pull these together. Gluten free chocolate cookie crumbs, cream cheese, Nutella, powdered sugar, vanilla, and heavy whipping cream.

They’re perfect for parties, family gatherings, or just a weekend treat when you want something special without spending hours in the kitchen.

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

Great for Parties and Holidays – These little bites are the kind of dessert that disappears from the table fast. They’re easy to grab, no fork needed, and they look fancy enough for any special occasion.

Nutella Makes Everything Better – A full cup of Nutella is mixed right into the creamy filling, so every single bite is loaded with that rich chocolate-hazelnut flavor that most people absolutely can’t resist.

Perfectly Gluten Free – Made with gluten free chocolate cookie crumbs for the base, these cheesecake bites are safe for anyone avoiding gluten and taste just as incredible as the traditional version.

Bite-Sized and Adorable – Instead of slicing up a big cheesecake, you get perfectly portioned little bites that look super cute on a dessert table and are way easier to serve at parties or gatherings.

Ingredients

For the Base

1 1/2 cups Gluten Free Chocolate Cookie Crumbs
1/4 cup Melted Butter

For the Filling

16 oz Cream Cheese, softened
1 cup Nutella
1/2 cup Powdered Sugar
1 tsp Vanilla Extract
1 cup Heavy Whipping Cream
Chopped Hazelnuts for topping

How to Make

Step 1

Line a mini muffin tin with paper liners and mix gluten free chocolate cookie crumbs with melted butter.

Step 2

Press about 1 tablespoon of the mixture into the bottom of each liner and refrigerate.

Step 3

Beat cream cheese, Nutella, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract together until smooth and creamy.

Step 4

In a separate bowl, whip heavy cream until stiff peaks form, then gently fold into the Nutella mixture.

Step 5

Spoon or pipe the filling into each liner, filling to the top.

Step 6

Sprinkle with chopped hazelnuts and refrigerate for at least 3 hours until firm.

Step 7

Remove from liners and serve chilled for bite-sized perfection.

Helpful Tips

Make Sure Your Cream Cheese Is Actually Soft

Take your cream cheese out of the fridge at least an hour before you start making the filling. It needs to be genuinely soft, not just slightly less cold than it was in the fridge.

If you skip this step, you’ll end up with lumps in your filling no matter how long you beat it. Those lumps won’t go away once the heavy cream is folded in, and you’ll see them in every bite.

A quick test is to press the cream cheese with your finger. If it gives easily without any resistance, it’s ready to go.

Press the Crust Down Firmly

When you put the cookie crumb mixture into the liners, really press it down tight using the back of a spoon or the flat bottom of a small measuring cup. You want a solid, compact base that holds together when you eventually peel the liner off.

If you just loosely drop the crumbs in, the base will crumble apart the second you try to remove the liner. A firm press makes the butter bind everything into one solid layer.

Pop the tin in the fridge right after pressing so the butter sets and the crust hardens up before you add the filling on top.

Don’t Over-Whip the Heavy Cream

You want stiff peaks, but there’s a fine line between stiff peaks and butter. Once the cream holds its shape and the peaks stand straight up when you lift the whisk, stop immediately.

Over-whipped cream gets grainy and starts to separate, and that will mess up the smooth, creamy texture of your filling. If you’re not confident, slow your mixer down as it starts to thicken so you can watch it closely.

Frequently Asked Questions

How long do these Nutella cheesecake bites need to set before serving?

You should let them chill in the fridge for at least 2-3 hours so they firm up enough to hold their shape. Overnight is even better if you have the time, because they slice cleaner and taste more rich and creamy when they’re fully set.

If you’re in a hurry, you can pop them in the freezer for about 45 minutes to an hour to speed things up.