Description
Decadent No-Bake Peanut Butter Cheesecake Truffles are a delightful treat that combines the rich flavors of peanut butter and cream cheese with the sweetness of chocolate. They are easy to make and require no baking, making them perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup creamy peanut butter: This is the star of the show! Choose a smooth variety for easy mixing.
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened: Cream cheese adds a rich, tangy flavor that balances the sweetness.
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar: This sweetener gives the truffles their delightful sweetness without being too gritty.
- 1 tsp vanilla extract: A splash of vanilla enhances the overall flavor, making it even more delicious.
- 1 cup crushed graham crackers: These add a lovely crunch and a hint of nostalgia, reminiscent of classic cheesecake.
- 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips: For the chocolate coating, semi-sweet chips provide the perfect balance of sweetness.
- 1 tbsp coconut oil: This helps the chocolate melt smoothly and gives it a nice sheen.
- A pinch of sea salt: Just a touch of salt elevates the flavors, making them pop!
- Optional: Colorful sprinkles or crushed nuts for decoration, adding a fun and festive touch!
Instructions
- Mix the creamy peanut butter, softened cream cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract in a large mixing bowl until smooth.
- Gently fold in the crushed graham crackers until fully incorporated.
- Roll the mixture into 1-inch balls and place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Chill the truffles in the freezer for about 30 minutes to firm them up.
- Melt the semi-sweet chocolate chips and coconut oil in a microwave-safe bowl until smooth.
- Dip each chilled truffle into the melted chocolate, letting excess chocolate drip off.
- Decorate with sprinkles or crushed nuts if desired, then refrigerate for 15 minutes to harden the chocolate.
Notes
- Use room temperature cream cheese for easier mixing.
- Natural peanut butter can be used but may alter the texture.
- Chill the truffles before dipping to maintain their shape.
- Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to a week.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 truffle
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 80mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 10mg
Keywords: No-Bake, Peanut Butter, Cheesecake, Truffles, Dessert