Description
Delicious and easy-to-make No-Bake Peanut Butter Cheesecake Balls that combine creamy peanut butter and cream cheese with a hint of sweetness. These bite-sized treats are perfect as a high-protein snack or a delightful dessert without any baking required.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
- 4 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup creamy peanut butter
- 2 tablespoons maple syrup or honey
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt
Optional Ingredients
- 1/4 cup vanilla or unflavored protein powder (optional)
- 1/2 cup finely crushed graham crackers or almond flour
- 1/2 cup mini chocolate chips or melted chocolate for coating
Instructions
- Mix Wet Ingredients: In a mixing bowl, combine softened cream cheese, peanut butter, maple syrup, vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt. Mix until smooth and well combined, ensuring there are no lumps.
- Add Dry Ingredients: Stir in protein powder if using, then add the finely crushed graham crackers or almond flour. Mix until a soft dough forms that holds together well.
- Incorporate Chocolate Chips: Fold in mini chocolate chips if you desire chocolate bits inside the balls for added texture and flavor.
- Chill Mixture: Place the mixture in the refrigerator for 20–30 minutes to firm up, making it easier to handle and roll.
- Form Balls: Once chilled, roll the mixture into 12–14 small balls, about one inch in diameter.
- Optional Chocolate Coating: For a coated version, dip each ball into melted chocolate, ensuring full coverage. Place the coated balls on a parchment-lined tray.
- Final Chill: Refrigerate the balls for an additional 10–15 minutes until the coating sets and the balls are fully firm.
- Storage: Store the cheesecake balls in an airtight container in the refrigerator until ready to serve.
Notes
- For a different flavor, substitute peanut butter with almond or cashew butter.
- To add crunch, roll the balls in chopped peanuts instead of dipping them in chocolate.
- These cheesecake balls freeze well, making them perfect for longer storage and easy grab-and-go snacks.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 ball
- Calories: 130
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 70mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 10mg
