1tablespooncoconut oil or vegetable oiloptional, for smooth melting
Instructions
Prepare the Cheesecake Filling:
Mix the Filling:
In a bowl, beat the cream cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth and creamy. Cover and refrigerate for 30 minutes.
Prepare the Red Velvet Cake:
Preheat Oven:
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a 9x13-inch baking pan with parchment paper or grease it lightly.
Mix the Cake Batter:
In a large bowl, combine the red velvet cake mix, vegetable oil, and eggs. Stir until a dough forms.
Bake:
Spread the dough evenly into the prepared pan and bake for 20-25 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Allow the cake to cool completely.
Assemble the Bites:
Form the Bites:
Crumble the cooled red velvet cake into fine crumbs in a large bowl. Add the chilled cheesecake filling and mix until fully combined and the mixture holds together.
Shape:
Roll the mixture into 1-inch balls and place them on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Refrigerate for 30 minutes.
Coat the Bites:
Melt the Chocolate:
In a microwave-safe bowl, melt the chocolate chips and coconut oil in 20-second intervals, stirring until smooth.
Dip the Bites:
Using a fork or dipping tool, coat each cheesecake bite in melted chocolate. Place them back on the parchment-lined sheet and let the chocolate set.
Decorate (Optional):
Drizzle additional melted white chocolate or sprinkle with red velvet crumbs for a decorative touch.
Chill and Serve:
Chill:
Refrigerate for at least 15 minutes to set the chocolate fully. Serve chilled or at room temperature.