Description
Indulge in this Reese’s Cheese Ball, a creamy, peanut butter-packed dessert loaded with chocolate chips and Reese’s Pieces. This no-bake treat is perfect for parties, gatherings, or a fun sweet snack. Serve it with graham crackers, pretzels, or apple slices for an irresistible bite!
Ingredients
For the Cheese Ball:
- 8 oz (225g) cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup peanut butter
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup mini Reese’s Pieces
- 1/2 cup mini chocolate chips
- 1/2 cup crushed peanut butter cups (optional)
For the Coating:
- 1/4 cup mini Reese’s Pieces
- 1/4 cup mini chocolate chips
- 1/4 cup crushed peanut butter cups
Instructions
Step 1: Make the Cheese Ball Mixture
- In a large bowl, beat the cream cheese and peanut butter until smooth and creamy.
- Add the powdered sugar, brown sugar, and vanilla extract. Mix until well combined.
- Fold in the mini Reese’s Pieces, mini chocolate chips, and crushed peanut butter cups (if using).
Step 2: Shape and Chill
- Place the mixture onto a sheet of plastic wrap and shape it into a ball.
- Wrap tightly and refrigerate for at least 1 hour or until firm.
Step 3: Coat the Cheese Ball
- In a shallow dish, mix together the mini Reese’s Pieces, mini chocolate chips, and crushed peanut butter cups.
- Unwrap the chilled cheese ball and roll it in the coating mixture, pressing gently to adhere.
Step 4: Serve & Enjoy
- Place the cheese ball on a serving platter.
- Serve with graham crackers, pretzels, vanilla wafers, or apple slices for dipping.
Notes
- Nut-Free Option: Use sunflower seed butter and swap Reese’s Pieces for chocolate chips.
- Extra Crunch: Add chopped peanuts or crushed graham crackers into the coating.
- Storage: Refrigerate leftovers for up to 5 days or freeze for up to 1 month.
- Make-Ahead Tip: Prepare a day in advance and add the coating just before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Chill Time: 1 hour
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: American
