Close-up of Zombie Brain Cheesecake Bites with green swirls and raspberry “blood” glaze on a black tray.

Zombie Brain Cheesecake Bites Recipe

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Creepy, creamy, and no-bake Halloween fun! 🧠🎃

Unleash your inner mad scientist with these Zombie Brain Cheesecake Bites — a no-bake Halloween dessert that’s equal parts creepy and cute! 💚 These mini treats feature a smooth, creamy cheesecake filling dyed with eerie green “brain” swirls and topped with a glossy red raspberry glaze for a gory, fun finish. Perfect for Halloween parties, dessert tables, or spooky movie nights, they come together in just 20 minutes (plus chilling time). The best part? No oven needed! These bite-sized brains are rich, tangy, and surprisingly easy to make. Serve them on a black platter for maximum fright-night effect — your guests will eat them up, one spooky bite at a time! 🧁🧠

  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Chill Time: 1 hour
  • Total Time: 1 hour 20 minutes
  • Servings: 12 cheesecake bites

Ingredients List

For the Cheesecake Bites:

  • 8 oz (1 block) cream cheese, softened
  • ½ cup powdered sugar
  • ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 cup whipped topping (like Cool Whip)
  • Green gel food coloring (2–3 drops for “zombie brain” look)
  • 12 mini vanilla wafer cookies or Oreo thins (for base)

For the “Bloody” Topping:

  • ¼ cup seedless raspberry jam
  • 1 teaspoon water

Optional: Candy eyeballs or white chocolate drizzle for extra creepiness 👀

Kitchen Tools You’ll Need

This recipe doesn’t require fancy gadgets, just a few reliable kitchen basics to keep everything simple and stress-free.

  • Electric mixer or whisk
  • Mixing bowls
  • Measuring cups & spoons
  • Silicone mini muffin mold or paper liners
  • Small spoon or piping bag
  • Microwave-safe bowl

Step-by-Step Beginner-Friendly Instructions

  1. Mix the base: In a large bowl, beat cream cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla until smooth and creamy (about 1 minute).
  2. Add fluff: Fold in whipped topping gently until fully combined.
  3. Color it creepy: Add green food coloring until you reach your desired zombie hue. 💚
  4. Assemble: Place a cookie in the bottom of each mold or liner. Spoon or pipe cheesecake mixture over the top, forming small “brain” mounds.
  5. Chill: Refrigerate for at least 1 hour, or until firm.
  6. Make the blood: In a small bowl, microwave jam and water for 10 seconds; stir until glossy.
  7. Finish & serve: Drizzle the raspberry “blood” over each cheesecake bite. Add candy eyes for the ultimate undead dessert! 🧠🍓

Pro Tips

  • Storage: Keep refrigerated for up to 4 days or freeze for 2 weeks.
  • Color Variation: Try purple or neon blue for alien “brains!”
  • Flavor Swap: Use strawberry jam, cherry glaze, or red gel icing for the “blood.”
  • Presentation: Serve on black cupcake liners or a dark tray for eerie contrast.

Nutrition Table

Serving SizeCaloriesProteinCarbsFatFiberSugar
1 bite1402g12g9g0g9g