You’re going to love the flavor of these Red Velvet Swirl Brownies! Not only are they fast and simple but they’re made using a red velvet cake mix!
These mini red velvet cheesecake bites are soft, fudgy, and feature a sweet cream cheese swirl. Perfect for parties, gatherings, or a quick sweet treat!
- Prep time: 10 mins
- Bake time: 12 mins
- Yield: 48 mini bites
Ingredients
For the Red Velvet Base:
- 1 box Red Velvet cake mix
- 3 large eggs
- 1 cup water
- ½ cup vegetable oil (or coconut/canola oil)
For the Cheesecake Swirl:
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 2 tbsp granulated sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Step-by-Step Instructions
- Prep the Oven & PansPreheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly coat two mini-muffin tins with non-stick cooking spray.
- Make the Red Velvet BatterIn a large bowl, whisk together the red velvet cake mix, eggs, water, and oil until smooth and combined.
- Whip the Cream Cheese FillingIn a separate bowl, beat the softened cream cheese, sugar, and vanilla extract together until creamy and smooth.
- Assemble the Bites
- Fill each mini muffin cup with 1 tablespoon of the red velvet batter.
- Top each with 1 teaspoon of the cream cheese mixture.
- Gently drag a toothpick through the top of each bite to create a marble/swirl effect.
- Bake & CoolBake for 12 minutes until the edges are set. Let them cool in the pan for 5–10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.