Description
No-Bake Cheesecake Balls are a delicious and easy-to-make dessert that combines creamy cream cheese, powdered sugar, and your favorite mix-ins. These bite-sized treats are perfect for parties and holidays, offering endless customization options from chocolate coatings to festive sprinkles. Ready in just over an hour without any baking, they deliver rich cheesecake flavor in a convenient, fun form.
Ingredients
Scale
Base Ingredients:
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Optional Mix-Ins:
- Crushed graham crackers or Oreos (amount to taste)
- Mini chocolate chips (amount to taste)
- Finely chopped nuts (amount to taste)
Coatings and Decorations:
- Melted chocolate (dark, milk, or white) for dipping
- Sprinkles or edible glitter for decorating
- Crushed nuts or cookies for rolling
Instructions
- Prepare the Cheesecake Mixture: In a mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese until smooth and creamy. Gradually add the powdered sugar and vanilla extract, mixing thoroughly until the mixture is fully combined and smooth. Gently fold in your choice of optional mix-ins such as crushed cookies or mini chocolate chips.
- Chill and Shape: Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate the cheesecake mixture for 30 minutes to firm it up. Once chilled, scoop small portions using a cookie scoop or tablespoon, then roll each portion into a smooth ball between your hands.
- Coat and Decorate: Melt your preferred chocolate type in a microwave-safe bowl or double boiler. Dip each cheesecake ball into the melted chocolate to coat completely, or alternatively, roll them in crushed nuts or sprinkles. Place the coated balls onto a parchment-lined tray. Refrigerate for at least 1 hour to allow the coating to set.
Notes
- Use low-fat cream cheese for a lighter version.
- You can substitute powdered sugar with homemade powdered sugar made by grinding granulated sugar.
- For a vegan variation, use dairy-free cream cheese and chocolate.
- Store leftover cheesecake balls in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days or freeze for up to 3 months.
- Add a splash of Baileys or Amaretto to the mixture for an adult twist.
- Decorate with seasonal sprinkles for holidays or special occasions.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: No-bake cheesecake balls, cheesecake bites, easy no-bake dessert, cream cheese balls, chocolate-coated cheesecake balls, holiday desserts, bite-sized cheesecake, party treats
