October 22, 2024
Review RecipeCarrot Cake Cheesecake Bites
Stuffed with carrot cake and cheesecake filling and coated with white chocolate, these 4-ingredient creamy carrot cake cheesecake bites are the perfect way to welcome fall.
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Why settle for just carrot cake or cheesecake when you can have both in one delicious bite? These Carrot Cake Cheesecake Bites combine the best of both worlds—creamy cheesecake meets spiced carrot cake, all wrapped in a candy coating for that perfect crunch. No baking required, so it’s as easy as it is irresistible. The hardest part of this recipe is waiting for the candy coating to set before you dig in.
Let’s Dish: About These Truffles
Main Ingredients: Carrot cake mix, cream cheese, white/vanilla candy melts, orange candy melts.
Quick Steps: Heat treat the cake mix, mix with cream cheese, chill, form into balls, coat with melted candy, drizzle with orange candy.
Total Time & Yield: 2 hours 20 minutes, yields 22 bites.
Why Choose This Recipe
Many carrot cake cheesecake bite recipes rely on shortcuts like pre-baked cake, but this can lead to dry, crumbly bites. Our recipe takes a different approach by blending cream cheese directly with heat-treated cake mix, resulting in a smoother, richer texture. The creaminess of the cheesecake melds perfectly with the spiced sweetness of the carrot cake.
Carrot Cake Cheesecake Bites Ingredients
Each bite offers a blend of flavors, with the creaminess of cheesecake complementing the warmth of carrot cake, all wrapped in a delicious package.
You’ll need:
- 15.25-ounce of boxed carrot cake mix (I used Duncan Hines Perfectly Moist brand)
- 8 ounces of cream cheese, room temperature
- 12 ounces of white/vanilla candy melts
- 4 ounces of orange candy melts
Substitutions And Additions
CAKE MIX: You can swap out the carrot cake flavored cake mix for other flavors such as red velvet, chocolate, or vanilla.
We used the Duncan Hines brand of cake mix as we like the little pieces of carrot in the mix.
CANDY MELTS: You can also swap out the white/vanilla candy melts for vanilla almond bark or good quality white chocolate melting wafers, such as the Ghirardelli brand, that can be found in the baking section of your grocery store. You will need to follow the melting directions on the container.
SPRINKLES: You can add some green sprinkles to the decorative orange drizzle while it is still soft for a fun garnish to these cheesecake bites.
WAFERS: We used the SweetTooth Fairy brand of melting candy wafers for this recipe. They can be found at Michael’s and other craft stores, as well as online. We find they melt very well and are consistent when working with them.
How To Make This Carrot Cake Cheesecake Bites Recipe
STEP ONE: Before adding the dry cake mix, it is important to heat treat it as it will kill the bacteria in the flour since the cake is not getting baked.
Pour the dry cake mix into a medium-sized heat-safe bowl. Microwave in two 30-second intervals, stirring after each interval.
Allow the cake mix to cool completely before mixing it into the cream cheese.
STEP TWO: Using a medium bowl and a handheld electric mixer on medium-high speed, beat the softened cream cheese for 2 to 2½ minutes until completely smooth.
Make sure the cream cheese is at room temperature to avoid lumps in the cheesecake mixture.
STEP THREE: Sprinkle the dry cake mix over the top of the cream cheese. Continue mixing just until the dry cake mix is completely incorporated.
When first mixing the dry cake mix with the cream cheese, the batter will appear as if it would be dry, but once it is all mixed, you should be able to form it into a ball for the chilling process, and the dough will be moist and hold together really well.
STEP FOUR: Tightly cover the cream cheese mixture with plastic wrap and chill in the refrigerator for two hours.
STEP FIVE: Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Set it aside.
STEP SIX: Scoop the cheesecake dough using a one-tablespoon cookie scoop. Roll it into a ball and set the cheesecake bites on the prepared baking sheet. Repeat the steps.
You can allow the uncoated cheesecake bites to sit overnight in the refrigerator before the next step. Be sure to pull them out and let them come to room temperature slightly because the cake mix may expand, and the coating may crack if you coat the bites too soon.
STEP SEVEN: Using a heat-safe medium-sized mixing bowl, heat the white/vanilla candy wafer melts in 30-second intervals, stirring after each interval until completely melted.
Don’t melt the chocolate too early, or it will harden and becomes difficult to work with. Wait until you are ready to coat the cheesecake balls.
STEP EIGHT: Roll the cheesecake bites in the melted white/vanilla candy wafers. Place the coated cheesecake bites on a fork and gently tap any excess coating off.
You can also use a spoon to pour the coating over any bare spots on the cheesecake bites.
Use a toothpick to remove the excess melted wafer from the bottom of the fork, and then gently push the ball onto the prepared baking sheet.
STEP NINE: Return the coated cheesecake bites to the prepared baking sheet.
STEP TEN: Using a small heat-safe mixing bowl, microwave the orange candy melts in 30-second intervals, stirring well after each interval.
STEP ELEVEN: Using a spoon or small dipper, drizzle thin ribbons of the melted orange candy over top of the cheesecake bites.
You can place the melted orange candy melts in a small piping bag or sandwich bag and snip the corner to drizzle it if you want more control of the drizzle.
You can also squeeze it out in the shape of a small carrot on the top of each carrot cake cheesecake bite. Some brands of colored candy melts now make a squeeze bag specifically designed for this type of candy/cookie decorating.
STEP TWELVE: Once all the cheesecake bites are completely coated and drizzled, return them to the refrigerator until ready to serve.
How To Serve
The orange drizzle on these delightful bites of rich, creamy goodness makes them the perfect addition to any fall festivities.
Serve them alongside our white chocolate lemon truffles and red velvet cheesecake bites for a variety of sweet treats.
If you are looking for more carrot cake recipes, look no further than our carrot cake cheesecake and carrot cake cookies.
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Storage
Whether you’re planning ahead for a special occasion, have leftover bites, or want to freeze some for later enjoyment, we’ve got you covered.
MAKE AHEAD: If you’d like to get a head start on your dessert prep, you can prepare these cheesecake bites in advance.
After coating them with the candy melts and allowing them to set, store them in an airtight container in a cool, dry place for up to two to three days.
However, for optimal freshness, it’s recommended to complete the orange candy melt decoration just before serving.
IN THE FRIDGE: These carrot cake cheesecake bites should be served chilled. They can be stored in the refrigerator in an airtight container for up to five days.
IN THE FREEZER: You can freeze and store the uncoated cheesecake bites for up to two months.
You will need to thaw them overnight in the refrigerator before coating them.
Why We Love This Recipe
FLAVOR FUSION: These bites offer a delightful blend of carrot cake and creamy cheesecake flavors.
IRRESISTIBLE TEXTURE: These bites feature the soft and slightly spiced carrot cake interior complemented by the creamy and velvety cheesecake layer.
CONVENIENT BITE-SIZED TREATS: The small, bite-sized portions make these treats perfect for snacking and sharing.
The combination of carrot cake, cheesecake filling, and white chocolate might just create the ultimate dessert. These small carrot cake cheesecake bites are big on flavor and are a great way to enjoy a little something sweet.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why do I have to microwave the cake mix?
Since the cake mix has uncooked flour that may have bacteria, it makes it unsafe to consume raw. Heating it in the microwave will kill any bacteria and make it safe to use in this no-bake recipe.
What are good options for coating cheesecake bites?
Powdered sugar, crushed graham crackers, sprinkles, nuts, and melted chocolate are all great options for coating your no-bake cheesecake bites.
Should these carrot cake cream cheese balls be served cold or at room temperature?
These little cheesecake balls should always be served chilled, so keep them in the fridge until you are about ready to serve them.
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Carrot Cake Cheesecake Bites
Stuffed with carrot cake and cheesecake filling and coated with white chocolate, these 4-ingredient creamy carrot cake cheesecake bites are the perfect way to welcome fall.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Total Time 2 hours 20 minutes
Servings 22
Ingredients
- 15.25 ounce boxed carrot cake mix, I used Duncan Hines Perfectly Moist brand
- 8 ounces cream cheese, room temperature
- 12 ounces white/vanilla candy melts
- 4 ounces orange candy melts
Instructions
- Before adding the cake mix, it is important to heat treat the dry cake mix. Pour the dry cake mix into a medium-sized heat-safe bowl. Microwave the cake mix in two 30-second intervals, stirring after each interval. Allow the cake mix to cool completely before mixing it into the cream cheese.
- Using a medium-sized mixing bowl and a handheld mixer on medium-high speed, beat the cream cheese for 2 to 2½ minutes until completely smooth.
- Sprinkle the dry cake mix over the top of the cream cheese. Continue mixing just until the dry cake mix is completely incorporated.
- Tightly cover the cream cheese mixture and chill in the refrigerator for 2 hours.
- Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Set it aside.
- Using a 1 tablespoon cookie scoop, scoop the cheesecake dough. Roll into a ball and set the cheesecake bites onto the prepared baking sheet. Repeat the steps.
- Using a heat-safe medium-sized mixing bowl, heat the white/vanilla candy wafer melts in 30-second intervals, stirring after each interval until completely melted.
- Roll the cheesecake bites in the melted white/vanilla candy wafers. Place the coated cheesecake bites on a fork and gently tap any excess coating off. You can also use a spoon to pour the coating over any bare spots on the cheesecake bites. Use a toothpick to remove the excess melted wafer from the bottom of the fork, and then to gently push the ball onto the prepared baking sheet.
- Return the coated cheesecake bites to the prepared baking sheet.
- Using a small heat-safe mixing bowl, microwave the orange candy melts in 30-second intervals, stirring well after each interval.
- Using a spoon or small dipper, drizzle thin ribbons of the melted orange candy over the coated cheesecake bites.
- Once all the cheesecake bites are completely coated and drizzled, return them to the refrigerator until ready to serve
Notes
- Make sure the cream cheese is at room temperature to avoid lumps in the cheesecake mixture.
- When first mixing the dry cake mix with the cream cheese, the batter will appear as if it would be dry, but once it is all mixed, you should be able to form it into a ball for the chilling process, and the dough will be moist and hold together really well.
- You can allow the uncoated cheesecake bites to sit overnight in the refrigerator before the next step. Be sure to pull them out and let them come to room temperature slightly because the cake mix may expand, and the coating may crack if you coat the bites too soon.
- Don’t melt the chocolate too early, or it will harden and becomes difficult to work with. Wait until you are ready to coat the cheesecake balls.
- You can place the melted orange candy melts in a small piping bag or sandwich bag and snip the corner to drizzle it if you want more control of the drizzle. You can also squeeze it out in the shape of a small carrot on the top of each carrot cake cheesecake bite. Some brands of colored candy melts now make a squeeze bag specifically designed for this type of candy/cookie decorating.
Nutrition
Calories: 155kcal | Carbohydrates: 22g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 7g | Saturated Fat: 5g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1g | Trans Fat: 0.1g | Cholesterol: 10mg | Sodium: 178mg | Potassium: 26mg | Fiber: 0.2g | Sugar: 14g | Vitamin A: 138IU | Calcium: 53mg | Iron: 0.4mg
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