Description

These Red Velvet Cheesecake Bites are a perfect bite-sized treat that combines the rich, decadent flavor of red velvet cake with creamy cheesecake filling. They’re perfect for parties, Valentine’s Day, or any celebration, offering a fun and indulgent twist on traditional cheesecake in an adorable, poppable form!

Ingredients

Scale

For the Red Velvet Cake:

1 box (15.25 oz) red velvet cake mix
3 large eggs
1/2 cup vegetable oil
1 cup water

For the Cheesecake Filling:

8 oz cream cheese (softened)
1/4 cup powdered sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 cup whipped topping (like Cool Whip)

For the Coating:

1/2 cup white chocolate chips or almond bark (optional, for drizzling)

Instructions

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a 9×9-inch baking dish or a cupcake pan with parchment paper or lightly grease it.
Prepare the red velvet cake mix according to the package instructions using eggs, oil, and water.
Pour the cake batter into the prepared pan and bake as directed on the box (usually around 25-30 minutes for a 9×9 pan, or according to the box instructions). Once done, remove from the oven and let it cool completely.
Once the cake has cooled, crumble it into small pieces using your hands or a fork, and place it in a large mixing bowl.
In a separate bowl, beat the softened cream cheese until smooth. Add the powdered sugar and vanilla extract and mix until well combined. Fold in the whipped topping to create a fluffy, creamy filling.
Take small spoonfuls of the crumbled cake and roll them into balls. Once rolled, create a small indentation in the center of each cake ball with your thumb.
Fill each indentation with a small amount of the cheesecake mixture, then gently mold the cake around the filling to form a ball.
Once all the bites are formed, place them on a parchment-lined baking sheet or tray.
Optionally, melt the white chocolate chips or almond bark in the microwave or over a double boiler, and drizzle it over the top of each cheesecake bite for an extra touch of sweetness and decoration.
Chill the red velvet cheesecake bites in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour to allow the flavors to meld and the cheesecake filling to firm up.

Notes

You can use a store-bought red velvet cake or homemade cake if you prefer.
For a fun variation, try dipping the cheesecake bites in melted chocolate instead of white chocolate for a richer coating.
These can be made ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Prep Time: 25 minutes
Cook Time: 25-30 minutes (for the cake)
Category: Dessert
Method: Baking, No-Bake
Cuisine: American

Keywords: Red Velvet Cheesecake Bites, Cheesecake Bites, Red Velvet Cake, Bite-Sized Desserts, Valentine's Day Treats, Party Desserts, Easy Cheesecake