No-Bake Peanut Butter Cheesecake Balls

🥜 No-Bake Peanut Butter Cheesecake Balls

📝 Ingredients:

• 8 oz cream cheese, softened

• 1 cup creamy peanut butter (use natural for less sweetness, or Jif/Skippy for classic flavor)

• 1/2 cup powdered sugar (adjust to taste)

• 1/2 tsp vanilla extract

• 1/4 tsp salt (omit if using salted peanut butter)

• 1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs or crushed cookies (e.g. Nilla wafers or Oreos)

• Optional: 1/4 cup mini chocolate chips or chopped peanuts (for inside or coating)

🍫 Optional Coating Ideas:

• Melted chocolate (milk, dark, or white)

• Crushed peanuts

• Sprinkles

• Cocoa powder or graham crumbs

🥣 Instructions:

1. Make the Cheesecake Mixture:

In a bowl, beat together:

• Cream cheese

• Peanut butter

• Powdered sugar

• Vanilla

• Salt (if using)

Mix until smooth and fluffy.

2. Add Crumbs:

Stir in graham cracker crumbs (or crushed cookies) until well blended and dough-like. Fold in mini chocolate chips if using.

3. Chill:

Cover and refrigerate mixture for at least 30–60 minutes to firm up.

4. Roll into Balls:

Use a small cookie scoop or spoon to roll into 1-inch balls.

5. Coat (Optional):

Roll in chopped peanuts, dip in melted chocolate, or dust with cocoa/graham crumbs. Place on parchment-lined tray.

6. Set:

Chill again for 15–30 minutes until firm.

✅ Storage:

• Keep refrigerated in an airtight container for up to 1 week

• Freeze for longer storage—just thaw slightly before eating