No-Bake Peanut Butter Cheesecake Balls Recipe
Delight in these No-Bake Peanut Butter Cheesecake Balls, a quick and easy homemade treat combining creamy peanut butter, smooth cream cheese, and a sweet crunch of graham cracker crumbs, all coated in rich melted chocolate. Perfect for an indulgent snack or party appetizer without the need for baking.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 20 balls 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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Cheesecake Balls
- 1 cup peanut butter
- 8 ounces cream cheese
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup graham cracker crumbs
Chocolate Coating
- 1 cup chocolate chips
Instructions
- Mix peanut butter and cream cheese: In a mixing bowl, combine the peanut butter and cream cheese until the mixture is smooth and well blended, forming the creamy base for your cheesecake balls.
- Add powdered sugar and vanilla: Incorporate the powdered sugar and vanilla extract into the peanut butter mixture, mixing thoroughly to ensure an even sweetness and flavor.
- Incorporate graham cracker crumbs: Stir in the graham cracker crumbs until fully combined, giving the mixture the perfect texture to hold its shape.
- Form into balls: Shape the mixture into small, bite-sized balls and place them neatly on a tray lined with parchment paper or a non-stick surface.
- Melt chocolate chips: Heat the chocolate chips in the microwave in short bursts, stirring frequently until smooth and fully melted, ready for dipping.
- Dip balls in chocolate: Carefully dip each cheesecake ball into the melted chocolate, fully coating it, then return it to the tray to set.
- Refrigerate to set: Place the tray in the refrigerator and chill until the chocolate coating is firm and set, usually around 30 minutes to 1 hour, before serving.
Notes
- Use creamy peanut butter for a smoother texture.
- For a vegan option, substitute cream cheese with a dairy-free alternative and use vegan chocolate chips.
- Store leftover cheesecake balls in an airtight container in the refrigerator to maintain freshness.
- Allow enough time to refrigerate so chocolate coating sets properly.
- To speed up setting, place balls in the freezer for about 15 minutes.
Keywords: No-Bake, Peanut Butter, Cheesecake Balls, Easy Dessert, Chocolate Coated, Party Snacks
