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No-Bake Peanut Butter Cheesecake Balls

Quick and easy no-bake dessert that combines creamy cream cheese with rich peanut butter, rolled into bite-sized cheesecake balls coated with your choice of toppings.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Servings: 20 balls
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 100
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 8 oz cream cheese, softened Use regular or light cream cheese, or dairy-free if needed.
  • 1 cup peanut butter Creamy peanut butter recommended; natural peanut butter should be well-mixed.
  • 1 cup powdered sugar Adjust quantity for preferred sweetness.
Coating Options
  • 1 cup chocolate chips, melted For chocolate coating.
  • 1 cup crushed cookies or graham crackers For rolling the balls.
  • 1/2 cup finely chopped nuts Optional for a crunchy texture.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a mixing bowl, combine softened cream cheese, peanut butter, and powdered sugar.
  2. Blend until smooth and creamy using a hand mixer.
  3. Chill the mixture in the refrigerator for about 30 minutes to firm up.
Forming the Balls
  1. Once chilled, use a cookie scoop to portion out the mixture and roll each portion into a ball.
  2. Roll the balls in your choice of melted chocolate, crushed cookies, or chopped nuts.
Chilling and Serving
  1. Place the coated balls on a parchment-lined tray and chill again to set.
  2. Serve chilled and enjoy!

Notes

Perfect for gifting, meal trains, potlucks, or late-night snacks. Store in the fridge for up to 5 days or freeze for up to 2 months.