Description
Delicious no-bake peanut butter cheesecake balls made with creamy peanut butter, cream cheese, and graham cracker crumbs, dipped in smooth semi-sweet chocolate. Perfect for an easy and crowd-pleasing dessert or holiday treat.
Ingredients
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Cheesecake Mixture
- 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup creamy peanut butter
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs, divided
Chocolate Coating
- 1 1/2 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 1 tablespoon coconut oil or vegetable oil (optional, for smoother dipping)
Instructions
- Prepare the 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 creamy, ensuring all ingredients are fully incorporated.
- Add graham cracker crumbs: Stir in 1 cup of graham cracker crumbs thoroughly into the creamy mixture to add texture and body.
- Chill the mixture: Place the bowl in the refrigerator and chill the mixture for about 30 minutes to allow it to firm up, making it easier to shape.
- Form balls: Once chilled, use a tablespoon to scoop out portions of the mixture and roll each into a smooth ball with your hands.
- Coat with crumbs: Roll each ball in the remaining 1/2 cup of graham cracker crumbs to coat evenly, then place them on a parchment-lined tray.
- Melt the chocolate: In a microwave-safe bowl, melt the semi-sweet chocolate chips with the coconut or vegetable oil in 30-second intervals, stirring between each interval until the chocolate is completely smooth and well combined.
- Dip the balls: Dip each cheesecake ball halfway or fully into the melted chocolate to coat, then return them to the tray.
- Set the coating: Refrigerate the chocolate-coated balls for at least 20 minutes to allow the chocolate to harden and set completely.
- Serve and store: Keep the peanut butter cheesecake balls chilled until ready to serve. They can also be frozen for extended storage.
Notes
- Use crunchy peanut butter instead of creamy for added texture within the balls.
- Swap graham cracker crumbs for crushed pretzels or cookie crumbs for a different flavor and texture twist.
- These cheesecake balls freeze well; store in an airtight container in the freezer for up to 1 month.
