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No-Bake Peanut Butter Cheesecake Balls
Caroline

Peanut Butter Cheesecake Balls

These Peanut Butter Cheesecake Balls are creamy, rich, and coated in smooth chocolate. Perfect for parties, gifting, or no-bake dessert cravings.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 20 balls
Course: Dessert, No-Bake
Cuisine: American
Calories: 140

Ingredients
  

  • 8 oz cream cheese, softened
  • 1/2 cup creamy peanut butter
  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 3/4 cup graham cracker crumbs
  • 1 1/2 cups semi-sweet or milk chocolate chips
  • 1 tbsp coconut oil or vegetable shortening
  • crushed peanuts (optional)
  • chocolate drizzle (optional)
  • crushed graham crackers (optional)
  • sea salt flakes (optional)
  • mini chocolate chips (optional)

Equipment

  • mixing bowls
  • hand mixer or stand mixer
  • spatula
  • Small cookie scoop or tablespoon
  • Microwave-safe bowl
  • baking sheet
  • parchment paper

Method
 

  1. Let the cream cheese sit at room temperature for about 30 minutes to soften.
  2. Beat softened cream cheese and peanut butter together until smooth. Add powdered sugar, vanilla, and salt, mixing until creamy.
  3. Fold in graham cracker crumbs. If mixture is too soft, chill for 20 minutes.
  4. Roll mixture into small balls using a scoop or spoon and place on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Refrigerate for 30–45 minutes.
  5. Melt chocolate chips and coconut oil in a microwave-safe bowl in 30-second intervals until smooth.
  6. Dip each chilled ball in melted chocolate, letting excess drip off. Place back on the tray.
  7. Sprinkle toppings like nuts, graham crumbs, or mini chocolate chips while chocolate is still wet.
  8. Refrigerate for 15–20 minutes, or until chocolate is fully set.

Notes

  • For a richer flavor, add a tablespoon of brown sugar to the filling.
  • Mini-sized balls work best for parties and portion control.
  • To prevent sticking, lightly chill your hands before rolling the mixture.