Description
These no-bake peanut butter cheesecake balls are creamy, chocolatey, and irresistibly easy. Perfect for quick summer desserts, potluck favorites, and high-protein no-bake snacks.
Ingredients
8 oz cream cheese, softened
1 cup creamy peanut butter
1 cup powdered sugar
1 tsp vanilla extract
1 ½ cups graham cracker crumbs
8 oz semi-sweet chocolate or chocolate chips, melted
2 tbsp coconut oil (optional – to thin the chocolate)
Crushed peanuts or sprinkles for garnish (optional)
Instructions
1. In a large bowl, beat together softened cream cheese, peanut butter, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth.
2. Fold in graham cracker crumbs gradually until the mixture holds its shape.
3. Scoop and roll into 1-inch balls. Place on a parchment-lined tray.
4. Chill the peanut butter balls in the fridge for 30 minutes or until firm.
5. Melt chocolate chips with coconut oil in 30-second intervals, stirring between each.
6. Dip each chilled ball into the melted chocolate and top with crushed peanuts or sprinkles while wet.
7. Chill again for 15–20 minutes until chocolate is set. Let sit 10 minutes before serving for the creamiest texture.
Notes
For a protein boost, add 1 scoop of vanilla protein powder and reduce powdered sugar slightly.
Use almond butter instead of peanut butter for a different twist.
Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 1 week or freeze for up to 2 months.
These are perfect for bite-size party desserts, lunchbox treats, or holiday dessert boards.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 balls
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 110mg
- Fat: 11g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
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