Description
These Red Velvet Cheesecake Bites are delightful no-bake treats that combine the rich flavors of red velvet cake with creamy cheesecake and a smooth white chocolate coating. Perfect as bite-sized desserts for parties or holiday gatherings, they offer a sweet, creamy, and festive experience without the need for baking.
Ingredients
Scale
Cake Mixture
- 1 ¼ cups red velvet cake crumbs (from baked and cooled red velvet cake)
Cheesecake Mixture
- 8 ounces cream cheese (softened)
- ½ cup powdered sugar
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
Coating and Garnish
- 8 ounces white chocolate (melted)
- Red or white sprinkles for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare Cake Crumbs: In a large bowl, crumble the baked and cooled red velvet cake into fine crumbs to create a consistent base for the bites.
- Mix Cheesecake Filling: In another bowl, beat the softened cream cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract together until the mixture becomes smooth and creamy.
- Combine Mixtures: Add the cream cheese mixture to the red velvet cake crumbs and mix thoroughly until fully combined and forming a dough-like consistency.
- Form Bites: Scoop tablespoon-sized portions of the mixture and roll them into smooth balls with your hands.
- Freeze for Firmness: Place the balls on a parchment-lined baking sheet and freeze for 20 to 30 minutes until they are firm and easy to handle for dipping.
- Coat with White Chocolate: Using a fork, dip each chilled cake ball into the melted white chocolate, ensuring they are fully coated. Allow excess chocolate to drip off before placing them back on the baking sheet.
- Add Garnish and Chill: While the coating is still wet, sprinkle red or white sprinkles on top if desired. Then chill the coated bites in the refrigerator until the chocolate has set completely.
- Serve: Serve the cheesecake bites chilled or at room temperature for optimal flavor and texture.
Notes
- To save time, you can use store-bought red velvet cake or cupcakes instead of baking your own.
- For added flavor, try using flavored white chocolate or mix a bit of orange zest into the cream cheese mixture before combining.
- Ensure the cream cheese is softened to avoid lumps and facilitate easy mixing.
- These bites can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days for best freshness.
