When I was growing up, back in our kitchen, red velvet meant someone we loved was coming over. I can still picture my mom stirring a bright red mixture in a big bowl, the smell of cocoa hanging in the air while I waited for the spoon. My mom always said a dessert should feel special without being fussy, and that’s exactly what these no-bake bites are. This takes me right back to those moments, mixing, rolling, waiting for them to set, simple, comforting, and just a little bit fancy.
Red Velvet No Bake Bites – Creamy & Festive
Equipment
- Mixing bowl
- Wooden spoon or spatula
- Cookie Scoop
- Parchment Paper
- baking sheet
- Measuring cups and spoons
Ingredients
- 8 oz cream cheese fully softened
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 1 cup heat-treated red velvet cake mix
- 1 tablespoon cocoa powder
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 12 oz white chocolate or almond bark melted
- Optional: red sprinkles or fine cookie crumbs
Instructions
- In a large bowl, stir the softened cream cheese until completely smooth.
- Mix in powdered sugar, cocoa powder, and vanilla extract until creamy.
- Add the heat-treated red velvet cake mix and stir until a soft dough forms.
- Chill the mixture for 20 minutes so it firms up slightly.
- Scoop and roll into evenly sized bites and place on parchment-lined baking sheets.
- Dip each bite into melted white chocolate, letting the excess drip off.
- Add sprinkles if desired, then refrigerate for 20 minutes until fully set.
Notes
- Storage: Refrigerate in an airtight container up to 5 days.
- Freezing: Freeze for up to 2 months; thaw in the fridge.
- Humidity Tip: In warm kitchens, extend chilling time by 10–15 minutes.
- Troubleshooting: If dough is too soft, chill longer; if dry, mix in 1 teaspoon cream.
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CONCLUSION
Between you and me, these red velvet no bake bites feel like the kind of treat my mom would’ve hidden on the back shelf of the fridge, hoping they’d last until company arrived. They remind me a lot of the creamy texture I love in my no-bake strawberry cheesecake bites when I’m craving something smooth, and they have that cozy, cocoa-rich feel I get from peppermint mocha no-bake bites during cooler months. If you enjoy soft-set treats that feel festive without the fuss, these belong right alongside classics like hot cocoa energy bites in your regular rotation.