Quick Description
These no-bake cheesecake truffles combine a luscious cream cheese and white chocolate filling with a coating of mini chocolate chips for crunch. They taste like bite-sized cheesecake bites but with the indulgence of truffles.
Servings & Timing
- Servings: 20–24 truffles
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Chill Time: 1 hour
- Total Time: 1 hour 20 minutes
Ingredients
- 8 oz (1 block) cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup white chocolate chips (or melting wafers)
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 ½ cups powdered sugar
- 1 cup graham cracker crumbs (or digestive biscuit crumbs)
- 1 cup mini chocolate chips (for coating)
Instructions
Step 1: Prepare Filling
- In a microwave-safe bowl, melt the white chocolate in 30-second intervals, stirring until smooth.
- Beat softened cream cheese in a large bowl until fluffy.
- Mix in vanilla extract and powdered sugar.
- Stir in melted white chocolate and graham cracker crumbs until smooth.
Step 2: Chill Mixture
- Cover bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for 1 hour (or freeze 20–30 minutes) until firm enough to roll.
Step 3: Shape Truffles
- Scoop tablespoon-sized portions of chilled mixture and roll into smooth balls.
Step 4: Coat with Chocolate Chips
- Pour mini chocolate chips into a shallow bowl.
- Roll each truffle in chips until fully coated.
- Press gently to help chips stick.
Step 5: Chill & Serve
- Place coated truffles on a parchment-lined tray.
- Refrigerate at least 30 minutes before serving to set.
Additional Notes
- These truffles taste best chilled and straight from the fridge.
- If mixture feels too sticky, add extra graham cracker crumbs to firm it up.
Dietary Info (per truffle, approx.):
- Calories: 140
- Protein: 2 g
- Carbs: 14 g
- Fat: 9 g
- Labels: No-Bake, Dessert, Party-Friendly
Ingredient Substitutions
- White Chocolate: Can use milk or dark chocolate for a richer filling.
- Gluten-Free: Use gluten-free graham crackers or almond flour.
- Keto/Low-Carb: Swap powdered sugar with erythritol and coat with sugar-free chocolate chips.
Variations
- Oreo Cheesecake Truffles – swap graham crumbs for crushed Oreos.
- Strawberry Cheesecake Truffles – add freeze-dried strawberries to the filling.
- Holiday Version – roll in crushed candy canes or festive sprinkles.
Storage & Make-Ahead
- Fridge: Store in an airtight container for up to 5 days.
- Freezer: Freeze up to 2 months. Thaw in fridge before serving.
FAQs
Q: Can I dip them in chocolate instead of rolling in chips?
A: Yes! Dip truffles in melted chocolate for a smooth shell.
Q: Do these taste exactly like cheesecake?
A: Yes, they have a creamy tangy filling like cheesecake, but in truffle form.
Q: Can I make these for parties?
A: Absolutely! Serve in mini cupcake liners for a beautiful presentation.
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These Chocolate Chip Cheesecake Truffles are the perfect no-bake indulgence — creamy, crunchy, and dangerously addictive. Whip up a batch today and watch them disappear in minutes!
