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Red Velvet Cheesecake Bites

Red Velvet Cheesecake Bites

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Course: Dessert, Snack
Kitchen: American
Prep Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 1 hour 20 minutes
Servings: 24 bites

Ingredients
 

  • For the Cheesecake Filling:
  • 8 oz cream cheese softened
  • 1/4 cup powdered sugar
  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • For the Red Velvet Cake:
  • 1 box 15.25 oz red velvet cake mix
  • 1/3 cup vegetable oil
  • 2 large eggs
  • For the Coating:
  • 2 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips or melting wafers
  • 1 tablespoon coconut oil or vegetable oil optional, for smooth melting

Instructions

  • Prepare the Cheesecake Filling:
  • Mix the Filling:
  • In a bowl, beat the cream cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth and creamy. Cover and refrigerate for 30 minutes.
  • Prepare the Red Velvet Cake:
  • Preheat Oven:
  • Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a 9x13-inch baking pan with parchment paper or grease it lightly.
  • Mix the Cake Batter:
  • In a large bowl, combine the red velvet cake mix, vegetable oil, and eggs. Stir until a dough forms.
  • Bake:
  • Spread the dough evenly into the prepared pan and bake for 20-25 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Allow the cake to cool completely.
  • Assemble the Bites:
  • Form the Bites:
  • Crumble the cooled red velvet cake into fine crumbs in a large bowl. Add the chilled cheesecake filling and mix until fully combined and the mixture holds together.
  • Shape:
  • Roll the mixture into 1-inch balls and place them on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Refrigerate for 30 minutes.
  • Coat the Bites:
  • Melt the Chocolate:
  • In a microwave-safe bowl, melt the chocolate chips and coconut oil in 20-second intervals, stirring until smooth.
  • Dip the Bites:
  • Using a fork or dipping tool, coat each cheesecake bite in melted chocolate. Place them back on the parchment-lined sheet and let the chocolate set.
  • Decorate (Optional):
  • Drizzle additional melted white chocolate or sprinkle with red velvet crumbs for a decorative touch.
  • Chill and Serve:
  • Chill:
  • Refrigerate for at least 15 minutes to set the chocolate fully. Serve chilled or at room temperature.