Description
Red velvet cheesecake bites offer a luxurious fusion of classic Southern charm and creamy indulgence. Rich chocolate undertones and tangy cream cheese create irresistible mini desserts perfect for sharing at gatherings where sweet memories come together.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 1 box red velvet cake mix
- 16 ounces (454 grams) cream cheese, room temperature
- 2 cups (240 grams) graham crackers, crushed
Baking Ingredients:
- 4 tablespoons (57 grams) butter, room temperature
- ½ cup (60 grams) powdered sugar
Flavoring Ingredients:
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Ingredients needed for the cake mix (as per package instructions)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F and prepare cake pans with non-stick spray or parchment paper.
- Mix and bake the red velvet cake according to package instructions, allowing it to cool completely.
- Transform the cooled cake into fine, even crumbs by gently breaking it down. If the cake appears too moist, spread the crumbs on a baking sheet and dry them in the oven for 5-6 minutes.
- In a mixing bowl, whip cream cheese, butter, and powdered sugar with an electric mixer until the mixture becomes light and airy.
- Pulverize graham crackers into delicate crumbs using a food processor or rolling pin. Fold the graham cracker powder and vanilla extract into the cream cheese mixture until thoroughly integrated.
- Using a small cookie scoop, create uniform cream cheese spheres by rolling the mixture between your palms. Arrange the spheres on a lined baking sheet and refrigerate for one hour to firm.
- After chilling, gently coat each cream cheese ball with the prepared red velvet cake crumbs, ensuring complete and even coverage. Reshape the bites into perfect round forms if necessary.
- Serve immediately or store in the refrigerator until ready to enjoy these delectable treats.
Notes
- Cake crumbles work best when completely cooled and slightly dried out to prevent a mushy texture.
- Graham cracker coating adds delightful crunch and complements the creamy cheesecake filling.
- Chilling the cream cheese balls before coating helps maintain their shape and prevents messy handling.
- Use a cookie scoop for consistent sizing and professional-looking bite-sized treats.
- Room temperature cream cheese ensures smooth, lump-free mixing for a silky cheesecake base.
- Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days to maintain freshness and texture.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes (including cake baking)
- Category: Desserts, Snacks
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 24
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 15 g
- Sodium: 350 mg
- Fat: 22 g
- Saturated Fat: 12 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 30 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 4 g
- Cholesterol: 55 mg