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Strawberry Cheesecake Bites

Sweet and creamy cheesecake bites with strawberry flavor, perfect for gatherings and moments with loved ones.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Total Time 2 hours
Servings: 24 bites
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Bite Base
  • 15.25 ounce strawberry cake mix Can be substituted with lemon or vanilla cake mix.
  • 8 ounce cream cheese, softened Can be substituted with vegan cream cheese for a vegan option.
Coating
  • 12 ounce pink candy wafer melts Melt according to package instructions.
  • 4 ounce white almond bark (optional drizzle) Melt for drizzling on top.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Heat treat the dry cake mix in a medium heat-safe bowl by microwaving for two intervals of 30 seconds, stirring after each. Let cool completely.
  2. In another mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese with a handheld mixer for about 2 to 2.5 minutes until smooth.
  3. Sprinkle the heat-treated cake mix over the cream cheese and mix until fully incorporated. Wrap in plastic wrap and chill in the refrigerator for 2 hours.
Forming Bites
  1. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Scoop and roll the chilled cheesecake mixture into balls and place them on the prepared baking sheet. Chill overnight.
Coating
  1. Melt the pink candy wafers in a medium heat-safe bowl, stirring every 30 seconds until smooth.
  2. Roll each cheesecake bite in the melted candy wafers, tapping off excess before placing back on the baking sheet.
  3. Drizzle melted white almond bark over the bites if desired. Refrigerate until ready to serve.

Notes

For the best results, allow the bites to chill overnight before serving. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 5 days, or freeze uncoated bites for up to 2 months.