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No-Bake Peanut Butter Cheesecake Balls coated in dark chocolate, decorated with drizzled chocolate and crushed peanuts, arranged on a dark slate surface with scattered peanut pieces

No-Bake Peanut Butter Cheesecake Balls

Meryem
Decadent bite-sized treats featuring a creamy peanut butter cheesecake filling coated in rich chocolate and topped with crushed peanuts. Perfect for parties, gifts, or anytime you need a delicious no-bake dessert.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Course Breakfast
Cuisine American
Servings 24 balls
Calories 240 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 16 oz cream cheese softened
  • 1 cup creamy peanut butter
  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips
  • 1/4 cup crushed peanuts for garnish

Instructions
 

  • Beat cream cheese until smooth in a large bowl
  • Add peanut butter and mix until well combined
  • Gradually add powdered sugar and vanilla, beat until smooth
  • Scoop mixture into 1-inch balls (about 1 tablespoon each)
  • Place on parchment-lined baking sheet
  • Freeze for 30 minutes
  • Melt chocolate chips in 30-second intervals in microwave
  • Dip frozen balls in melted chocolate
  • Top with crushed peanuts
  • Refrigerate until set (about 15 minutes)

Notes

Use room temperature cream cheese for best results
Store in airtight container in refrigerator
Can be frozen for up to 3 months
For easier dipping, keep balls frozen while working
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