Here’s a Chef Ed sweet treat that’ll steal the spotlight — smooth, decadent White Chocolate Cheesecake Balls. Creamy inside, crisp outside, and dangerously addictive.
Chef Ed’s White Chocolate Cheesecake Balls
Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 0 minutes
Chill Time: 2 hours
Total Time: 2 hours 20 minutes
Servings: 20–24 truffle-sized balls
Ingredients
- 8 oz cream cheese (softened)
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/2 tsp lemon juice (optional, for brightness)
- 1/2 cup graham cracker crumbs (plus more for coating)
- 8 oz white chocolate (melted, for coating)
- 2 oz white chocolate (optional, for drizzle)
- Sprinkles, shredded coconut, or crushed nuts (optional toppings)
Instructions
1. Make the Filling:
In a mixing bowl, beat softened cream cheese until smooth. Add powdered sugar, vanilla, lemon juice, and graham cracker crumbs. Mix until fully combined and creamy.
2. Chill the Dough:
Refrigerate mixture for 30 minutes to firm up.
3. Roll the Balls:
Scoop out heaping teaspoons and roll into balls with your hands. Place on a parchment-lined tray. Freeze for 30–45 minutes until solid.
4. Coat in White Chocolate:
Melt white chocolate using a double boiler or microwave in 30-second bursts. Dip each cheesecake ball in the melted chocolate, using a fork to let excess drip off. Place back on tray.
5. Decorate (Optional):
While still wet, sprinkle with graham cracker crumbs, coconut, or sprinkles. Drizzle with raspberry sauce and or drizzle with extra white chocolate for flair.
6. Chill and Serve:
Refrigerate 30–60 minutes to fully set. Serve chilled or slightly softened for max creaminess.
Chef Ed Tip:
Use a cookie scoop for uniform size and freeze the balls well before dipping for the smoothest coating.
References:
- “No-Bake Cheesecake Bites.” Tastes Better From Scratch. https://tastesbetterfromscratch.com/no-bake-cheesecake-bites
- “How to Work with White Chocolate.” The Kitchn. https://www.thekitchn.com/how-to-melt-white-chocolate-259215
- “Graham Cracker Cheesecake Balls.” AllRecipes. https://www.allrecipes.com/recipe/267582/cheesecake-balls/