Description
These no-bake cheesecake balls are a creamy, bite-sized dessert coated in delicious toppings, making them perfect for any occasion. Easy to make with just a few ingredients like cream cheese, powdered sugar, and graham cracker crumbs, these cheesecake bites are a hit at parties, holidays, or as a sweet snack. Customize them with your favorite coatings like melted chocolate, sprinkles, or nuts for a fun twist!
Ingredients
8 oz cream cheese, softened
1/2 cup powdered sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 cup graham cracker crumbs
Optional toppings: melted chocolate, crushed nuts, sprinkles, shredded coconut
Instructions
- Prepare the Cheesecake Mixture: In a medium bowl, beat the softened cream cheese until smooth. Add powdered sugar and vanilla extract, mixing until well combined and creamy.
- Form the Balls: Using a small scoop or spoon, roll the mixture into 1-inch balls. Place them on a parchment-lined baking sheet and refrigerate for 30 minutes to firm up.
- Coat the Cheesecake Balls: Roll each cheesecake ball in graham cracker crumbs. Then, coat with any additional toppings like melted chocolate, crushed nuts, sprinkles, or shredded coconut.
- Chill and Serve: Return the coated cheesecake balls to the baking sheet and refrigerate for another 30 minutes, or until firm. Serve chilled and enjoy!
Notes
You can customize the coatings by using crushed Oreos, mini chocolate chips, or even crushed pretzels for a salty-sweet twist.
Make ahead: Cheesecake balls can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 5 days or frozen for up to 3 months.
For extra flavor, drizzle with caramel sauce or melted chocolate just before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Chill Time: 1 hour (30 minutes to firm, 30 minutes after coating)
- Category: Dessert, Snack, No-Bake Treat
- Method: No-Bake, Chilled, Refrigerated
- Cuisine: American, Dessert
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 15 cheesecake balls
- Calories: Approximately 100 kcal per ball