Soft, creamy, and coated in vibrant crumbs, these little treats combine moist cake texture with a rich cheesecake filling. This simple Red Velvet Cheesecake Bites recipe is a fun, no-fuss dessert that my kids love helping to roll on weekends. They are sweet, visually striking, and come together without needing a water bath or complicated baking steps.
Why You'll Love This
These bite-sized treats are an effortless alternative to making a full-sized cake, offering all the flavor in a manageable portion. The Red Velvet Cheesecake Bites center is incredibly smooth thanks to the cream cheese and butter blend, while the graham crackers add a necessary stability. You can easily make these ahead of time for parties, as they hold their shape beautifully in the fridge. The contrast between the creamy interior and the fluffy Red Velvet Cake Balls style coating creates a satisfying texture in every single bite.
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What Goes Into This Recipe
You need just a handful of standard baking items to create these Red Velvet Cheesecake Bites, focusing on pantry staples like a boxed cake mix and graham crackers. The process is straightforward, requiring basic mixing and chilling to achieve the right consistency.
Scroll to the recipe card for ingredients and step-by-step directions.
Main Ingredients
- Red Velvet Cake Mix: Used to create the vibrant red crumb coating.
- Cream Cheese: The base of the filling; must be at room temperature for smoothness.
- Butter: Adds richness and structure to the cheesecake center.
- Graham Crackers: Crushed finely to give body to the filling.
- Powdered Sugar: Sweetens the filling without adding grit.
- Vanilla Extract: Rounds out the flavors with a warm aroma.
Optional Extras
You can dip half of the bite in melted white chocolate for a sweeter finish similar to Red Velvet Truffles. Adding a pinch of salt to the filling balances the sweetness if you prefer a less sugary treat.
How to Make Red Velvet Cheesecake Bites (Step-by-Step)
Quick and fun to assemble, these bites are great for beginners.
Bake Cake Base
Prepare the cake mix according to the box instructions and bake until fully set. Let the cake cool completely so the texture becomes firm and springy to the touch.
Create Crumbs
Crumble the cooled cake into small pieces using your hands until it resembles coarse sand. If the crumbs feel too moist, dry them briefly in the oven until they look loose and separate.
Cream The Filling
Beat the room-temperature cream cheese, butter, and powdered sugar until the mixture is light. The texture should look fluffy and aerated, indicating the ingredients are fully emulsified.
How do I keep my cheesecake bites from getting too soft? Adding dry ingredients like graham crackers absorbs moisture and stabilizes the filling.
Add Dry Ingredients
Fold in the finely crushed graham crackers and vanilla extract until combined. You will notice the mixture becoming thicker and more uniform in color.
Shape And Chill
Scoop the filling into small portions and roll them into smooth, even balls. Refrigerate them on a tray until they feel firm and hold their shape when pressed.
Coat The Bites
Roll the chilled cheesecake balls thoroughly in the prepared red velvet crumbs. Press gently to ensure the red coating covers the white center completely.
Aliana's Top Tip
For the smoothest Red Velvet Cheesecake Bites, ensure your cream cheese is truly at room temperature before mixing to avoid lumps.
Dry the cake → prevents mushy coating → exterior feels light
Chill adequately → prevents melting → bites stay round
Sift sugar → removes hard lumps → filling feels silky
Fine crumbs → better adhesion → coating looks professional
Use a scoop → keeps sizes even → Red Velvet Cheesecake Cookies look uniform
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If you want to switch things up, try using golden Oreos instead of graham crackers for a sweeter filling flavor. You can also dip the chilled centers in dark chocolate for a variation similar to Red Velvet Cheesecake Brownies. For a festive touch, mix holiday sprinkles into the red crumb coating.
Storage & Reheating
Store these bites in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days to keep the dairy fresh. The texture remains firm when chilled, similar to a classic Red Velvet Cheesecake Bites Recipe. You can also freeze them in a single layer for up to 2 months; just thaw in the fridge before serving.
Serving Suggestions
These Red Velvet Cheesecake Bites look beautiful arranged on a white platter for Valentine's Day or Christmas parties. They pair wonderfully with a hot cup of dark roast coffee, which cuts through the sweetness. For a fun dessert spread, serve them alongside Mini Red Velvet Cupcakes to offer guests different textures of the same flavor profile.
Common Questions
Can I use homemade red velvet cake instead of a box mix?
Yes, you can use any leftover red velvet cake you have. Just ensure it is not overly moist or oily, as this can make the coating clump together rather than adhering lightly.
Why is my filling too soft to roll?
The mixture likely got too warm or the butter was melted rather than softened. Pop the bowl in the refrigerator for 20 minutes to firm it up before trying to shape it again.
Do these taste like cake pops?
They are similar but distinct; cake pops mix frosting with cake, while these use a pure cheesecake filling inside a cake coating. This gives them a tangier, creamier flavor profile comparable to Red Velvet Cheesecake Bites Delish versions.
Can I make the crumbs in advance?
Absolutely, you can bake and crumble the cake a day ahead. Store the crumbs in a sealed bag at room temperature so they are ready when you want to assemble the bites.
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Red Velvet Cheesecake Bites
Ingredients
Equipment
Method
- Preheat the oven to 350°F and prepare the cake mix according to the box instructions. Bake in greased pans until a toothpick comes out clean, then cool completely.
- Crumble the cooled cake into coarse sand; if too moist, dry crumbs in the oven at 350°F for 5-6 minutes. This ensures the coating adheres without becoming mushy.
- Beat the cream cheese, butter, and powdered sugar in a large bowl with an electric mixer. Continue mixing until the texture is fluffy and fully aerated.
- Fold in the fine graham cracker crumbs and vanilla extract until evenly distributed. The mixture should look uniform and hold its shape when pressed.
- Scoop the mixture using a 2-teaspoon scoop and roll into smooth, round balls. Refrigerate on a lined baking sheet for 1 hour to firm up.
- Roll the chilled cheesecake balls in the prepared red velvet crumbs until fully coated. Press gently so the red exterior looks solid and consistent.
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