Description
These No-Bake Peanut Butter Cheesecake Balls are a delicious and easy-to-make dessert featuring creamy peanut butter and cream cheese blended with graham cracker crumbs, then coated in smooth melted chocolate. Perfect for quick treats or parties, they offer a delightful combination of rich, creamy, and crunchy textures without any baking required.
Ingredients
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Base Mixture
- 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup creamy peanut butter
- ½ cup powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1½ cups graham cracker crumbs
Chocolate Coating
- 10 ounces semi-sweet or milk chocolate chips
- 1 tablespoon coconut oil or butter (optional, for smoother chocolate coating)
Garnish (Optional)
- Crushed peanuts
- Additional graham cracker crumbs
- Flaky salt
Instructions
- Prepare the Base Mixture: In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese, creamy peanut butter, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract together until the mixture is smooth and fully combined, creating a rich and creamy base.
- Add Graham Cracker Crumbs: Stir in the graham cracker crumbs gradually until the mixture thickens into a dough-like consistency, which helps the balls hold their shape.
- Chill the Mixture: Cover the bowl and refrigerate the mixture for 30 to 60 minutes to firm up, making it easier to handle and shape into balls.
- Form the Balls: Once chilled, scoop out small portions and roll them into 1-inch balls with your hands. Place the formed balls on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Freeze the Balls: Place the baking sheet in the freezer for 15 to 20 minutes so the balls become firm enough for dipping without losing shape.
- Melt the Chocolate: While the balls are freezing, melt the chocolate chips combined with coconut oil or butter in a microwave-safe bowl. Heat in 30-second intervals, stirring thoroughly between each until the chocolate is smooth and fully melted.
- Dip the Balls: Using a fork or toothpick, dip each chilled peanut butter cheesecake ball into the melted chocolate, allowing any excess chocolate to drip off back into the bowl.
- Garnish and Set: Place the chocolate-coated balls back onto the parchment-lined tray. Immediately sprinkle with your choice of crushed peanuts, graham cracker crumbs, or flaky salt for extra flavor and texture.
- Chill Until Set: Refrigerate the coated balls until the chocolate is fully set and firm, then serve chilled or store as desired.
Notes
- Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 1 week or freeze for longer storage.
- For added texture, use crunchy peanut butter instead of creamy.
- White or dark chocolate can be used as alternatives for the coating to vary the flavor profile.
