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Using silicone molds makes removal easier. Lightly greasing molds or freezing before unmolding can also help.
No-Bake Peanut Butter Balls
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Creamy peanut butter cheesecake balls covered in chocolate, ideal for parties and sweet treats.
Prep Time
20 Minutes
Cook Time
100 Minutes
Total Time
120 Minutes
By: Barbara
Category: Irresistible Desserts
Difficulty: Easy
Cuisine: American
Yield: 12 Servings (12-15 peanut butter cheesecake balls)
Dietary: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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→ Crust
1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs
6 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
2 tablespoons granulated sugar
→ Filling
8 oz cream cheese, softened
1/4 cup granulated sugar
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1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/3 cup heavy cream
→ Peanut Butter Core
1/2 cup creamy peanut butter
2 tablespoons powdered sugar
Pinch of salt
→ Chocolate Coating
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1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
1/4 cup chopped toasted peanuts (optional)
→ Garnish
Melted peanut butter (optional)
Instructions
Combine graham cracker crumbs, granulated sugar, and melted butter. Press mixture firmly into molds and refrigerate until set.
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Beat softened cream cheese and granulated sugar until smooth. Add vanilla extract. Whip heavy cream to soft peaks and gently fold into cream cheese mixture. Spoon over crust layer, creating a cavity in the center.
Mix creamy peanut butter, powdered sugar, and a pinch of salt until combined. Roll into small balls and press each into the cavity formed in the cream cheese layer.
Refrigerate assembled molds for at least 30 minutes to firm up.
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Remove from molds and freeze peanut butter cheesecake balls for 15 minutes to prepare for chocolate coating.
Melt semi-sweet chocolate chips with vegetable oil until smooth. Dip or drizzle chocolate over the cheesecake balls. Sprinkle with chopped toasted peanuts if desired.
Chill coated balls in the refrigerator for 1 hour to set chocolate. Serve chilled.
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Notes
Use high-quality cream cheese for optimal texture. Chilling between steps ensures structural stability. Freezing prior to coating prevents melting. Silicone molds facilitate easy removal.
Tools You’ll Need
Mixing bowl
Electric mixer
Measuring cups and spoons
Silicone molds or mini muffin pan
Microwave-safe bowl or double boiler for melting chocolate
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Allergy Information
Please check ingredients for potential allergens and consult a health professional if in doubt.
Nutrition Facts (Per Serving)
It is important to consider this information as approximate and not to use it as definitive health advice.
