Description
Delight in these bite-sized Red Velvet Cheesecake Bites, combining the rich, moist flavor of red velvet cake with a creamy cheesecake center. Perfect mini treats for parties or a special dessert, these bites offer a balance of classic cocoa notes, subtle tangy cream cheese filling, and a beautiful red hue that’s sure to impress.
Ingredients
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Red Velvet Base
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- ¼ cup + 1 tablespoon unsweetened cocoa powder
- ¾ cup salted sweet cream butter, melted and cooled
- 1¼ cups granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon red gel food color
- 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
- 2 large eggs, room temperature and beaten
Cheesecake Filling
- 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
- ¼ cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- 1 large egg yolk
Instructions
- Preheat oven and prepare pan: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly spray a mini muffin pan with nonstick cooking spray to prevent sticking and set it aside.
- Prepare Red Velvet Base: In a small bowl, sift together the all-purpose flour and unsweetened cocoa powder to ensure even mixing. In a separate medium mixing bowl, whisk together the melted and cooled salted sweet cream butter, granulated sugar, red gel food color, vanilla extract, and beaten eggs until well combined. Gradually stir in the flour and cocoa powder mixture just until combined, being careful not to overmix to keep the batter tender.
- Make Cheesecake Filling: In another medium bowl, beat the softened cream cheese with granulated sugar and vanilla extract until smooth and creamy. Add the egg yolk and continue mixing until fully incorporated and silky in texture.
- Assemble Bites: Using a piping bag or spoon, pipe about 1 tablespoon of the red velvet batter into each cup of the prepared mini muffin pan. Then, pipe 2 teaspoons of the cheesecake filling into the center of each red velvet base, creating a layered effect.
- Bake: Bake the bites in the preheated oven for 8 to 9 minutes, or until the edges are set but the cheesecake center still looks slightly soft. Remove from oven and allow to cool in the pan for 20 to 30 minutes.
- Cool and Serve: Transfer the bites to a wire rack to cool completely before serving. This step helps the bites to firm up nicely and ensures the perfect texture in every bite.
Notes
- Use room temperature eggs and cream cheese for best mixing results and smooth texture.
- Let the bites cool completely before removing from the pan to prevent them from breaking.
- Red gel food coloring provides vibrant color without adding extra liquid to the batter.
- These bites can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
- Optional: Dust with powdered sugar or drizzle with white chocolate for an extra touch.
