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Funfetti Unicorn Cake Mix Cheesecake Bites Recipe

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Delight in these colorful Cheesecake Bites made with funfetti strawberry cake mix and cream cheese, coated in vibrant candy melts and topped with unicorn sprinkles. Perfect as a whimsical, bite-sized dessert for parties or any festive occasion.

  • Total Time: 2 hours 20 minutes
  • Yield: 28 servings

Ingredients

Cake Mixture

  • 15.25 ounces funfetti strawberry cake mix with candy bits (unicorn cake mix)
  • 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
  • 3 tablespoons unicorn sprinkles (or multi-colored sprinkles)

Candy Coating

  • 1 cup pink candy melts
  • 1 cup purple candy melts
  • 1 cup blue candy melts
  • 1 cup yellow candy melts
  • ⅓ cup unicorn sprinkles (optional)

Instructions

  1. Heat Treat Cake Mix: Add the dry cake mix to a medium-sized heat-safe bowl. Microwave in two 30-second intervals, stirring after each, then allow to cool completely before use to ensure safety.
  2. Beat Cream Cheese: In a medium mixing bowl, use a handheld mixer on medium-high to beat the softened cream cheese for 1½ to 2 minutes until smooth and creamy.
  3. Combine Ingredients: Sprinkle the cooled cake mix and 3 tablespoons of sprinkles over the cream cheese. Mix on medium speed until well incorporated without overmixing.
  4. Chill Mixture: Cover the mixture tightly and refrigerate for 2 hours to firm up the dough for easy shaping.
  5. Prepare Baking Sheet: Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and set aside for placing the formed bites.
  6. Form Cheesecake Bites: Using a 1 tablespoon cookie scoop, portion out the dough, roll into balls, and place on the prepared baking sheet.
  7. Melt Candy Coatings: Divide each candy melt color into four small heat-safe bowls. Microwave each in 30-second intervals, stirring thoroughly after each until fully melted.
  8. Coat Bites: Roll each cheesecake bite in one of the melted candy colors, tapping off excess on a fork. Use a spoon to cover any bare spots and a toothpick to transfer each coated bite back onto the baking sheet.
  9. Add Sprinkles: While the coating is still wet, sprinkle with unicorn sprinkles. Repeat coating and sprinkling with remaining colors until all bites are covered.
  10. Set and Serve: Allow the candy coating to harden completely before serving these festive, colorful bites.

Notes

  • Heat treating the dry cake mix is essential to ensure food safety as it usually contains raw flour.
  • Use parchment paper on the baking sheet to prevent sticking.
  • Store cheesecake bites in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
  • For best results, handle the bites gently to keep the coating intact.
  • You can customize the sprinkles or candy melt colors to fit your event theme.
  • Author: Olivia
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: No-Cook
  • Cuisine: American

Find it online: https://yourdailycook.com/funfetti-unicorn-cake-mix-cheesecake-bites-recipe/