White Chocolate Raspberry Cheesecake Balls
These indulgent cheesecake balls feature a smooth, creamy base blended with melted white chocolate and bursts of tangy raspberry. Rolled in graham cracker crumbs, they offer a delightful contrast of textures and make a perfect bite-sized dessert for any occasion.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 1½ hours
- Total Time: 1 hour 50 minutes (excluding serving chill time)
- Yield: Approximately 20 cheesecake balls 1x
- Category: Dessert / No-Bake Treats
- Method: No-Bake / Chilled
- Cuisine: American / Contemporary
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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For the Cheesecake Mixture:
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 4 oz white chocolate (chopped and melted)
- 1/2 cup freeze-dried raspberries (lightly crushed; or 1/2 cup finely chopped fresh raspberries, drained well)
For the Coating:
- 1 cup graham cracker crumbs
- (Optional) 2 tbsp melted unsalted butter (to help crumbs adhere, if desired)
Instructions
- Mix the Base: In a large bowl, beat the softened cream cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth.
- Incorporate White Chocolate & Raspberries: Fold in the melted white chocolate and crushed freeze-dried raspberries (or chopped fresh raspberries). Ensure the mixture is evenly combined.
- Chill: Cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least 1 hour until the mixture firms up.
- Form Balls: Using a small cookie scoop or a spoon, portion out the chilled mixture and roll it into 1-inch balls.
- Coat: Place the graham cracker crumbs (mixed with butter if using) in a shallow dish. Roll each cheesecake ball in the crumbs until fully coated.
- Set & Serve: Arrange the balls on a parchment-lined tray. Refrigerate for another 30 minutes to set. Serve chilled.
Notes
- For a richer flavor, you can drizzle a little extra melted white chocolate over the finished balls.
- These treats should be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator and are best enjoyed within 3 days.
- If you prefer a smoother texture, use freeze-dried raspberries—they add flavor without extra moisture.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 ball
- Calories: ~110 kcal
- Sugar: ~9 g
- Sodium: ~80 mg
- Fat: ~7 g
- Saturated Fat: ~4 g
- Unsaturated Fat: ~3 g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: ~10 g
- Fiber: ~1 g
- Protein: ~2 g
- Cholesterol: ~25 mg