White Chocolate Raspberry Cheesecake Balls
Delicious and elegant White Chocolate Raspberry Cheesecake Balls combine creamy cheesecake with fresh raspberries and a smooth white chocolate coating. No baking needed, easy to make, and perfect for parties, gifts, or special indulgence.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 20 minutes
- Yield: 24 balls 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-bake
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten Free (if gluten-free cookies or graham crackers are used)
Ingredients
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Cheesecake Mixture
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup fresh raspberries
- 1/2 cup crushed graham crackers or cookies (can use gluten-free)
Coating and Toppings
- 8 oz white chocolate chips or melting wafers
- Optional toppings: crushed nuts (pistachios, almonds, or pecans), freeze-dried raspberry powder, additional melted chocolate drizzle
Instructions
- Prepare the Cheesecake Mixture: Blend softened cream cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract together until smooth and creamy to form a fluffy sweet base.
- Gently Fold in Raspberries: Carefully fold fresh raspberries into the cream cheese mixture, trying not to crush them to keep pockets of fruity freshness.
- Shape the Balls: Using a small cookie scoop or tablespoon, form the mixture into uniform balls. Place them on a parchment-lined baking sheet and chill for at least one hour until firm.
- Melt White Chocolate: Melt white chocolate chips or wafers in a microwave-safe bowl or double boiler, stirring frequently to ensure smoothness and avoid burning.
- Coat the Balls: Dip each chilled cheesecake ball into the melted white chocolate until fully covered. Let excess drip off, then place on parchment paper to set.
- Add Optional Toppings: Before the coating hardens, sprinkle crushed nuts, freeze-dried raspberry powder, or drizzle additional melted chocolate for an elegant finish.
Notes
- Use full-fat cream cheese for the richest texture and best flavor.
- Chill the balls thoroughly before dipping to avoid them breaking or melting.
- Melt chocolate slowly using low power or a double boiler to prevent seizing.
- Use only fresh raspberries to avoid excess moisture making the mixture soggy.
- For a thicker coating, dip the balls twice in white chocolate.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 ball
- Calories: 110
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 40mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
Keywords: white chocolate, raspberry, cheesecake balls, no bake dessert, bite-sized dessert, party dessert, gluten free dessert