My Easy No Bake Red Velvet Cheesecake Bites
Girls you won't believe how amazing these Red Velvet Cheesecake Bites are. I've been making them for years and they're always a hit at my parties. They're super creamy with that classic red velvet flavor wrapped up in bite sized treats. The best part? No oven needed. Trust me these little gems are going to be your new go to when you need something sweet and fancy but don't want to spend hours in the kitchen.
Why Everyone Goes Crazy for These
You know what I love about these bites? They bring together everything wonderful about cheesecake and red velvet cake in one perfect little package. I always keep the ingredients in my pantry because you never know when you'll need a quick sweet fix. They're so easy to pack up for parties or potlucks and since you can make them ahead of time they're total lifesavers when you're busy planning events.
Everything You Need in Your Kitchen
- For the Cake Part: Just grab your favorite red velvet cake mix any brand works fine. Want to switch it up? Try chocolate or vanilla mix instead.
- The Cheesy Stuff: Full fat cream cheese is a must here girls make sure it's nice and soft before you start.
- The Butter: You'll need it soft too salted or unsalted both work great.
- Sweet Things: Get some powdered sugar you can always adjust how sweet you want them.
- Graham Time: Crush those graham crackers real fine they help make the filling perfect.
- Extra Flavor: A splash of vanilla really makes everything pop.
- Cake Basics: Don't forget your eggs milk and oil for the cake mix.
Let's Make These Cuties
- First Up The Cake
- Make your red velvet cake following the box directions. Once it's totally cool crumble it all up into tiny pieces.
- Time for the Good Stuff
- Mix up your soft cream cheese butter powdered sugar crushed graham crackers and vanilla until it's super smooth.
- Rolling Time
- Scoop out little balls of the cheesecake mix and roll them up. Pop them in the fridge to firm up.
- The Final Touch
- Roll each ball in those gorgeous red velvet crumbs then back in the fridge they go until party time.
Fun Ways to Mix Things Up
Want to get creative? I love using crushed red velvet Oreos instead of cake crumbs sometimes. You can toss in some nuts sprinkles or even chocolate shavings. Sometimes I add lemon zest or fresh berries to the filling and oh my goodness try stuffing a little piece of chocolate in the middle. When I'm feeling fancy I drizzle some melted chocolate over the top.
Keeping Your Treats Fresh
Pop these little beauties in an airtight container and they'll stay perfect in your fridge for about 4 to 5 days. Want to save them longer? Wrap them up and freeze them for up to 3 or 4 months. Just remember to thaw them in the fridge overnight before serving so they keep their pretty shape.
Frequently Asked Questions
- How long do these cheesecake bites last in the fridge?
These bites stay fresh in the refrigerator for up to 5 days when stored in an airtight container. The texture actually improves after the first day as the flavors meld together.
- Can I freeze these cheesecake bites?
Yes, you can freeze them for up to 3 months in an airtight container. Just thaw them in the refrigerator overnight before serving.
- Why do I need to dry out the cake if it's too moist?
Drying prevents the cake crumbs from becoming gummy when mixed. The right texture ensures the outer coating stays crisp and appealing.
- Can I use a different flavor of cake mix?
Absolutely! This recipe works great with any cake flavor. Try chocolate, vanilla, or even funfetti for different variations.
- Do I need to keep these refrigerated until serving?
Yes, due to the cream cheese filling, these bites should stay chilled until ready to serve. They can sit out for up to 2 hours during serving.