Description
Valentine Red Velvet Cheesecake Bites are a delightful treat that beautifully blends the classic flavors of rich red velvet cake and creamy cheesecake filling. Perfect for romantic occasions or festive gatherings, these bite-sized delights boast a stunning presentation and an irresistible taste that will captivate your guests. Easy to prepare and customize, each bite is a celebration of love, making them the ideal dessert for any sweet tooth.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 box red velvet cake mix (15.25 oz)
- 2 large eggs
- 1/2 cup water
- 1/3 cup vegetable oil
- 8 oz cream cheese (full-fat), softened
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 2 tbsp unsweetened cocoa powder
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease or line a cupcake pan with paper liners.
- In a mixing bowl, combine the cake mix, eggs, water, and oil until smooth.
- Pour the batter into prepared liners, filling them two-thirds full. Bake for 18-20 minutes until a toothpick inserted comes out clean. Cool completely.
- For the filling, beat cream cheese, powdered sugar, vanilla extract, and cocoa powder until fluffy.
- Once cooled, scoop out the center of each cake bite and fill with cream cheese mixture.
- Chill in the fridge for at least an hour before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bite (45g)
- Calories: 160
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 40mg