This No-Bake Cheesecake Balls Recipe delivers a delightful, no-bake treat that's perfect for satisfying your sweet tooth. I make these easy cheesecake bites when I want to make something easy. Bite-sized cheesecake goodness, made with a creamy mixture and rolled in all delicious colorful coatings.

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Easy Cheesecake Ball Recipe

I love cheesecake balls for their simplicity, with no baking and cooking involved. You only need a few ingredients: cream cheese, powdered or granulated sugar, vanilla extract, and cookies or graham crackers.

You just have to whip up the creamy cheesecake filling, roll it into little balls, and coat them with your favorite toppings, it is that easy.

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Easy Cheesecake Ball Recipe
⭐Why You'll Love This Recipe
🧾No Bake Cheesecake Balls Ingredients
👩🏻‍🍳How to Make Cheesecake Balls
📖Variations
🍽 How to Serve
💭Tips for Recipe Success
🍰More Cheesecake Recipes to Try!
🍰More Dessert Recipes!
📖 Recipe
💬 Comments

⭐Why You'll Love This Recipe

Easy to Make: Making these cheesecake balls is way quicker than making a whole cheesecake. It'll save you loads of time!
No-Bake Dessert: This recipe requires no baking, making no-bake cheesecake bites easy to prepare.
Make-Ahead: You can totally get these cheesecake balls ready ahead of time and pop them in the fridge until you're ready to enjoy them. It's so convenient!
Perfect for Sharing: These little balls are perfect for sharing with your loved ones at gatherings, parties, or potlucks. They're small, delicious bites that everyone can enjoy without any fuss.

🧾No Bake Cheesecake Balls Ingredients

Here’s what you need to make this cheesecake ball:

For Cheesecake Balls:

Cream Cheese: For the creamiest, tastiest cheesecake bites, go for full-fat cream cheese. Make sure it's nice and soft before you start mixing, so your filling turns out smooth without any lumps. Trust me, it makes all the difference!
Salted Butter: Adding butter brings so much flavor and richness to your cheesecake balls. I prefer using salted butter because it balances out the sweetness. And don't forget to let it come to room temperature so it blends in smoothly!
Powdered Sugar: Sugar sweetens up these balls perfectly. Remember to use powdered sugar, not granulated, to keep them nice and smooth without any graininess.
Tea Biscuits: The crumbs from the tea biscuits help hold everything together in these cheesecake balls. If you don't have any, graham crackers work just as well. They add a lovely texture that's just right!
Vanilla Extract: I'm a big fan of vanilla bean paste because it brings out such a rich flavor! But if you don't have any, vanilla extract works just as great. Just use the same amount, and you'll still get that lovely vanilla taste.
Cinnamon Powder: I enjoy adding a touch of cinnamon for that extra bit of warmth and spice. It gives a lovely flavor twist that's just delightful!

For Rolling:

Tea Biscuits (for Rolling): I love rolling these balls in crushed tea biscuits! It gives them such a nice crunch and adds even more flavor.
Rainbow Sprinkles: I love rolling these balls in sprinkles! It makes them look so cheerful and playful. But if you're a chocolate fan, dipping them in melted semisweet chocolate is just as tasty and fun!

See the recipe card below for a full list of ingredients and measurements.

👩🏻‍🍳How to Make Cheesecake Balls

These step-by-step instructions and photos will help you to visualize how to make this recipe. See the recipe card for a printable version of this recipe.

1. In a big bowl, combine cream cheese, salted butter, powdered sugar, vanilla extract, and cinnamon powder. Mix until smooth and well blended.

2. Use a food processor to crush the tea biscuits into fine crumbs.

3. Add 230 g of tea biscuit crumbs to the cream cheese mixture. Place the remaining crumbs in a small bowl and set them aside.

4. Gently mix in the crushed tea biscuits until they are evenly spread throughout the mixture.

5. Put the mixture in the freezer for 2 hours to harden. Then take the bowl out of the freezer. Roll small portions of the cheesecake mixture into balls with your hands.

6. Place the rolled cheesecake balls on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Freeze them for 2 hours to harden.

7. Roll half of the cheesecake balls in the crushed tea biscuits and the other half in the rainbow sprinkles until they are evenly coated.

8. Put the coated cheesecake balls back on the parchment-lined baking sheet. Freeze them for at least 1 hour to make them firmer.

9. Once they're cold, your cheesecake balls are ready to eat! Enjoy them as a tasty treat or dessert.

📖Variations

Chocolate Chip Cheesecake Balls: You can add mini chocolate chips to the cheesecake mixture before shaping them into balls. And for that classic chocolatey touch, rolling them in crushed graham crackers or cocoa powder is just perfect.
Fruit Swirl Cheesecake Balls: You'll love swirling in some fruit preserves or puree like raspberry, strawberry, or blueberry into the cheesecake mixture before shaping them into balls. Then, rolling them in finely chopped nuts or shredded coconut gives them a lovely crunch.
Nutty Nutella Cheesecake Balls: You can mix Nutella into the cheesecake mixture for a rich hazelnut flavor. Then, roll the balls in chopped hazelnuts or cocoa powder for an irresistible treat.
Mint Chocolate Cheesecake Balls: You’ll enjoy adding a splash of peppermint extract and a hint of green food coloring to the cheesecake mixture for a cool, minty flavor. Then, roll them in crushed chocolate cookies or chocolate sprinkles for a festive touch.

🍽 How to Serve

When it comes to serving these cheesecake balls, I love arranging them on a platter or plate. It really makes them look irresistible! Oh, and don't forget about those mini cupcake liners - they add such a charming touch, don't they?

And if you're throwing a party, why not go all out? Create a dessert board or buffet with an assortment of cheesecake balls, along with other sweet treats like Butter Truffles, Chocolate Fudges, Peanut Fudges, Mini Lemon Cheesecakes, and Basque Cheesecake. It's not just a treat for your taste buds, but also a feast for your eyes!

💭Tips for Recipe Success

Use a Spoon for Uniform Size: I find using a measuring spoon super handy for scooping out the cheesecake mixture. It helps make sure each ball is just the right size, so they all cook evenly and look perfect when you serve them up!

Use Oil: Rub a bit of oil on your hands before shaping the balls. It makes the process a lot easier and less sticky!

Store Properly: Store any leftover cheesecake balls in an airtight container in the refrigerator. They can typically be stored for a few days, but are best enjoyed fresh.

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Cheesecake Ball Recipe

This recipe for cheesecake balls is made by whipping up the creamy cheesecake filling, rolling it into little balls, and coating them with your favorite toppings, it is that easy.

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Print Rate

Course: Dessert

Cuisine: American

Prep Time: 20

Total Time: 20

Servings: 16 Balls

Calories: 162

Author: Estefania

Ingredients

For Rolling:

▢ 40 g Tea Biscuits
▢ 90 g Rainbow Sprinkles

Instructions

In a large mixing bowl, add cream cheese, salted butter, powdered sugar, vanilla extract, and cinnamon powder. Mix until smooth and well combined.
Crush the tea biscuits into fine crumbs with a food processor.
Add 230 g tea biscuits crumbs to the cream cheese mixture. Put the rest of the tea biscuits crumbs in a small bowl. Set aside.
Fold in the crushed tea biscuits until evenly distributed throughout the mixture.
Place the mixture in the freezer for 2 hours to harden.
Remove the bowl from the freezer. Take small portions of the cheesecake mixture and roll them into balls using your hands.
Once rolled, place the cheesecake balls on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Freeze for 2 hours to harden.
Roll half of the cheesecake balls in the crushed tea biscuits and the other half in the rainbow sprinkles until they're evenly coated.
Place the coated cheesecake balls back on the parchment-lined baking sheet.
Once all the cheesecake balls are coated, freeze them for at least 1 hour to firm up.
Once chilled, your cheesecake balls are ready to serve! Enjoy them as a delicious treat or dessert.

Notes

Room Temperature Ingredients: Make sure your cream cheese and butter are at room temperature before mixing. This allows for easier blending and smoother consistency in the cheesecake mixture.

Consistency of Cheesecake Mixture: Aim for a smooth and creamy consistency in the cheesecake mixture. Ensure that all ingredients are well incorporated to avoid lumps.

Uniform Size: Try to roll the cheesecake balls into uniform sizes to ensure even cooking and consistent presentation.

Use Oil: Rub oil on your hand before shaping the balls.

Coating Process: When rolling the cheesecake balls in the crushed biscuits and sprinkles, gently press the coating onto the surface to ensure it adheres well. Rolling them twice in different coatings adds visual appeal and extra flavor.

Chilling Time: Freeze the cheesecake balls for at least 1-2 hours before serving. This helps them firm up and hold their shape better when rolling and handling.

Storage: Store the cheesecake balls in an airtight container in the refrigerator. They can typically be stored for up to 3-4 days, but they are best enjoyed fresh.

Variations: Feel free to customize the recipe by adding different flavors or mix-ins to the cheesecake mixture, such as chocolate chips, chopped nuts, or citrus zest. You can also experiment with various coatings like cocoa powder, shredded coconut, or crushed nuts.

Nutrition

Nutritional information is based on third-party calculations and should be considered an estimate only. Actual nutritional content will vary based upon brands used, measuring methods, cooking method, portion sizes, and more.

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