Description
Indulge in these delightful White Chocolate Raspberry Cheesecake Balls, featuring a creamy cheesecake filling made with fresh raspberries and white chocolate, all coated in a smooth layer of white chocolate. Perfect for parties or a sweet treat!
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup white chocolate chips
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 1/2 cup fresh raspberries, mashed
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup graham cracker crumbs
- 1/2 cup white chocolate chips (for coating)
- 1 tablespoon coconut oil (optional, for melting chocolate)
- Extra raspberries for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- In a medium mixing bowl, add the softened cream cheese. Beat until smooth and creamy (1-2 minutes).
- Add powdered sugar and mix on low speed until combined, then increase to medium speed until fluffy.
- Melt 1 cup of white chocolate chips in a microwave-safe bowl in 30-second intervals, stirring in between until smooth. Let cool slightly.
- Pour the melted white chocolate into the cream cheese mixture along with vanilla extract. Mix until well combined.
- Gently fold in the mashed raspberries, leaving some small chunks for texture.
- Cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least 1 hour to firm up.
- Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Using a small cookie scoop or your hands, roll about 1 tablespoon of the cheesecake mixture into a ball and place on the baking sheet. Repeat until all mixture is rolled into balls (about 20-24).
- Refrigerate the rolled balls for another 30 minutes to firm up.
- Melt the remaining 1/2 cup of white chocolate chips in a microwave-safe bowl, adding coconut oil for a smoother coating if desired.
- Dip each cheesecake ball into the melted white chocolate, letting excess chocolate drip off before placing back on the baking sheet.
- Optionally, sprinkle crushed graham cracker crumbs or extra raspberry pieces on top before the chocolate sets.
- Refrigerate for about 30 minutes until the chocolate is fully set. Store in an airtight container.
Notes
- Ensure the cream cheese is at room temperature for easier mixing.
- You can adjust the amount of raspberries based on your preference for tartness.
- For a fun presentation, garnish with extra raspberries when serving.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes