Introduction

Strawberry Cheesecake Bites are a delightful no-bake treat combining the sweet tang of cheesecake with the vibrant flavor of strawberry cake mix. Coated in pink candy melts and finished with a delicate white almond bark drizzle, they make the perfect bite-sized indulgence for any occasion.

A white plate holds several round pink truffles covered in a smooth pink coating that looks glossy. Each truffle is decorated with thin white lines drizzled across the top evenly. One truffle is cut in half, showing a dense, crumbly pink inside mixed with small red bits. The truffles are placed closely together on the plate, set against a white marbled background. Photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Ingredients

15.25 ounce strawberry cake mix
8 ounce package cream cheese (softened)
12 ounce pink candy wafer melts
4 ounce white almond bark (optional drizzle)

Instructions

Step 1: Place the dry strawberry cake mix in a medium heat-safe bowl. Microwave in two 30-second intervals, stirring after each, to heat treat the mix. Allow it to cool completely before mixing with cream cheese.
Step 2: In a medium mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese with a handheld mixer on medium-high speed for 2 to 2 ½ minutes until smooth.
Step 3: Gradually sprinkle the cooled dry cake mix over the cream cheese. Continue mixing just until fully incorporated.
Step 4: Cover the mixture tightly and chill in the refrigerator for 2 hours.
Step 5: Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and set aside.
Step 6: Using a 1-tablespoon cookie scoop, scoop out the cheesecake dough and roll into balls. Place them on the prepared baking sheet. You can refrigerate uncoated bites overnight, but note that the coating may crack if applied too soon due to cake mix expansion.
Step 7: Melt the pink candy wafer melts in a heat-safe bowl using 30-second intervals, stirring after each, until smooth.
Step 8: Roll each cheesecake bite in the melted candy wafers. Use a fork to lift and gently tap off excess coating. Fill any bare spots by spooning melted coating over them. Use a toothpick to remove excess wafer from the fork and to place the bites back onto the baking sheet.
Step 9: Return the coated bites to the prepared baking sheet.
Step 10: Melt the white almond bark in a small heat-safe bowl in 30-second intervals, stirring well after each.
Step 11: Drizzle thin ribbons of the melted almond bark over the coated cheesecake bites using a spoon or small dipper. For more control, place the almond bark in a plastic sandwich bag, snip a corner, and drizzle.
Step 12: Refrigerate the fully coated and drizzled bites until ready to serve.

Tips & Variations

Heat treating the dry cake mix ensures safety and improves texture.
Chilling the cheesecake mixture before scooping helps it hold shape better.
To avoid cracking, let uncoated bites rest in the fridge before dipping.
Try substituting the pink candy melts with white or red for different looks.
Use flavored almond bark or colored drizzle to customize the appearance.

Storage

Store the strawberry cheesecake bites tightly covered in the refrigerator for up to 5 days. For best texture, allow them to sit at room temperature for a few minutes before enjoying. They can also be frozen in an airtight container for up to 1 month; thaw in the refrigerator before serving.

How to Serve

Several round cake balls coated in smooth light pink icing are arranged closely together on a tray lined with white parchment paper. Each cake ball has thin, uneven white icing drizzled over the top in gentle, wavy lines, creating a contrast with the pink base. The surfaces of the cake balls are glossy and slightly textured, with soft shadows highlighting their round shape. The tray holding the treats has a thin metallic edge visible at the bottom right, and the overall scene is set on a white marbled texture. photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I use other cake mix flavors instead of strawberry?

Yes, feel free to experiment with flavors like chocolate or vanilla for a different twist, though keep in mind the coating color might not match as nicely.

Is it necessary to heat treat the dry cake mix?

Yes, heating the dry cake mix ensures any potential bacteria are killed, making the no-bake dessert safe to eat.