Red Velvet Cheesecake Bites
Equipment
- 1 x 9x9 inch baking pan
- 1 x Mixing bowl
- 1 x Electric mixer
- 1 x Spatula
- 1 x Measuring cups
- 1 x Measuring spoons
- 1 x Cooling rack
Ingredients
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon cocoa powder
- 1/4 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 4 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 tablespoon red food coloring
- 8 ounces cream cheese softened
- 1/3 cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a 9x9 inch baking pan with parchment paper.
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt.
- In another bowl, beat the butter and sugar with an electric mixer until light and fluffy.
- Add the eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition, then mix in vanilla extract and red food coloring.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
- Spread the red velvet batter evenly into the prepared baking pan.
- In a separate bowl, beat cream cheese, sugar, vanilla extract, and egg until smooth.
- Drop spoonfuls of the cream cheese mixture over the red velvet batter and swirl with a spatula.
- Bake for 18-20 minutes or until set, then remove from the oven and cool on a cooling rack.
- Once cooled, refrigerate for at least 1 hour before cutting into bite-sized squares.
Notes
When making these cheesecake bites, ensure the cream cheese is at room temperature for a smoother texture and even mixing. Also, don't overmix the batter to keep the bites soft and tender.
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