Description
Indulge in these No-Bake Peanut Butter Cheesecake Balls, a creamy and rich dessert that blends peanut butter and cream cheese into a bite-sized treat. Perfect for any occasion, these easy-to-make cheesecake balls require no baking and can be customized with chocolate, nuts, or cookie crumbs for added texture.
Ingredients
- 1 cup cream cheese, softened
- ½ cup creamy peanut butter
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 ½ cups graham cracker crumbs
- 1 cup milk chocolate chips (optional, for coating)
- 1 tablespoon coconut oil or vegetable oil (optional, for thinning chocolate)
- Extra graham cracker crumbs, crushed peanuts, chocolate sprinkles, or crushed pretzels (optional, for rolling/coating)
Instructions
- Prepare the Filling: In a large mixing bowl, beat together softened cream cheese and peanut butter until smooth. Add powdered sugar and vanilla extract, mixing until fully combined.
- Incorporate Graham Cracker Crumbs: Stir in graham cracker crumbs until a thick, dough-like consistency forms.
- Chill the Mixture: Cover and refrigerate for 1 hour or until firm.
- Shape the Cheesecake Balls: Scoop and roll the mixture into 1-inch balls, placing them on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
- Optional – Coat in Chocolate: Melt chocolate chips with coconut oil, dip the balls, and let excess drip off.
- Roll in Toppings: While the chocolate is wet, coat the balls with graham cracker crumbs, nuts, sprinkles, or pretzels.
- Chill and Serve: Refrigerate for 30 more minutes before serving.
Notes
- Use crunchy peanut butter for added texture.
- For a gluten-free version, substitute regular graham cracker crumbs with gluten-free alternatives.
- Store in the fridge for up to 5 days or freeze for up to 2 months.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Chill Time: 1 hour 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: American
