Description
Deliciously creamy and festive Red Velvet Cheesecake Bites that require no baking. These bite-sized treats combine red velvet cake crumbs with cream cheese and a sweet white chocolate coating, perfect for parties, holidays, or anytime you crave a decadent dessert without the fuss of baking.
Ingredients
Scale
Cheesecake Mixture
- 1 1/2 cups red velvet cake crumbs (from baked and cooled red velvet cake or cupcakes)
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1/4 cup powdered sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
Coating & Garnish
- 1 1/2 cups white chocolate chips or melting wafers
- 1 tablespoon coconut oil or shortening (optional, for smoother melting)
- Red or pink sprinkles (optional for garnish)
Instructions
- Prepare the Cheesecake Mixture: In a mixing bowl, combine the red velvet cake crumbs, softened cream cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract. Mix thoroughly until a soft, dough-like consistency forms, perfect for shaping.
- Form the Bites: Scoop about 1 tablespoon of the mixture and roll it into small balls using your hands. Place the balls evenly spaced on a parchment-lined baking sheet to prevent sticking.
- Chill the Bites: Refrigerate the shaped balls for at least 1 hour to allow them to firm up, which helps maintain their shape during coating.
- Melt the White Chocolate: In a microwave-safe bowl, melt the white chocolate chips with the optional coconut oil in 30-second intervals, stirring between each until the mixture is smooth and creamy.
- Coat the Cheesecake Bites: Using a fork or dipping tool, dip each chilled cheesecake bite into the melted white chocolate, ensuring an even coating. Tap off any excess chocolate gently before placing them back on the parchment-lined baking sheet.
- Add Garnish and Set: Immediately sprinkle the coated bites with red or pink sprinkles if desired. Chill the coated bites in the refrigerator for 15–20 minutes or until the chocolate hardens completely.
- Store and Serve: Keep the cheesecake bites refrigerated until ready to serve. They stay fresh for up to 5 days or can be frozen for up to one month.
Notes
- You can use leftover red velvet cake or bake a simple boxed mix to create the cake crumbs.
- For added festivity, drizzle dark chocolate over the bites or add edible glitter before chilling.
- These bites keep well refrigerated for up to 5 days or frozen for up to a month if stored in an airtight container.
