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Red Velvet Cheesecake Bites Recipe

Creamy, delightful, and effortlessly prepared, these Red Velvet Cheesecake Bites make a sweet treat for any occasion. With minimal preparation and a convenient make-ahead option, these bites combine the classic flavors of red velvet and cheesecake for a bite-sized dessert everyone will love.
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Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Keyword: Red Velvet Cheesecake Bites Recipe
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Chill Time: 1 hour
Servings: 16

Ingredients

Red Velvet Crumb

  • 1 box red velvet cake mix
  • Ingredients as directed on cake mix package

Cream Cheese Filling

  • 16 ounces cream cheese softened
  • 4 tablespoons butter softened
  • 1/2 cup powdered sugar*
  • 2 cups graham crackers finely crushed
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions

  • Preheat your oven to 350°F and prepare two 8-inch cake pans by either greasing or lining them with parchment.
  • Follow the package directions to prepare and bake the red velvet cake mix. Once baked, allow the cake to cool completely.
  • When the cake is cool, crumble it by hand until the texture resembles coarse sand. If the cake seems too moist, break it into chunks, spread them on a lined baking sheet, and dry in the oven at 350°F for 5-6 minutes.
  • In a separate large mixing bowl, combine the softened cream cheese, butter, and powdered sugar. Using an electric hand mixer, blend until the mixture becomes light and fluffy.
  • Crush the graham crackers in a zip-top bag using a rolling pin until finely powdered. Add the crushed graham crackers and vanilla extract to the cream cheese mixture and mix until fully incorporated.
  • Using a 2-teaspoon cookie scoop, portion out small balls of the cream cheese mixture. Roll each portion into a round ball with your hands, then place them on a lined baking sheet or large plate. Refrigerate for 1 hour to allow them to firm up.
  • After chilling, roll each cream cheese ball in the red velvet cake crumbs, coating all sides evenly. Use your hands to shape them into round bites as needed.
  • Enjoy the cheesecake bites right away or refrigerate until you’re ready to serve.

Notes

To increase sweetness, add additional powdered sugar, up to 2 cups, for a more sugary flavor.