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