Description
These no-bake Peanut Butter Cheesecake Balls combine creamy peanut butter, tangy cream cheese, and a graham cracker coating for a nostalgic, bite-sized treat. Perfectly sweet, smooth, and easy to make, they’re an ideal make-ahead dessert for any occasion.
Ingredients
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Cheesecake Filling
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup creamy peanut butter
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt
Coating and Topping
- 1/2 cup graham cracker crumbs
- 1/4 cup chocolate chips, melted (optional, for drizzling)
Instructions
- Prepare the filling: In a medium bowl, blend the softened cream cheese and peanut butter until smooth. Add powdered sugar, vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt. Mix until the texture is thick, creamy, and holds its shape.
- Shape the balls: Scoop the mixture into even portions using a small cookie scoop or spoon. Roll each portion gently between your hands to form balls and place them on a parchment-lined tray.
- Chill the balls: Transfer the tray to the freezer and chill for about 30 minutes, or until the balls are firm enough to handle and coat.
- Coat or drizzle: Roll each chilled ball in graham cracker crumbs. For an extra indulgent touch, drizzle with melted chocolate and let set for a few minutes before serving.
Notes
- Use full-fat cream cheese for the richest texture.
- Let ingredients come to room temperature for smooth blending.
- Chill the filling briefly if it’s too soft to shape.
- Store in the fridge or freezer in an airtight container.
- Serve slightly chilled for best texture and flavor.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Desserts
- Method: No-cook
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 ball
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 85mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 11g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 10mg
Keywords: peanut butter cheesecake balls, no-bake dessert, easy sweet snack, cream cheese peanut butter balls