🥜🍫 Reese’s Peanut Butter Cheesecake Ball

🥜🍫 Reese’s Peanut Butter Cheesecake Ball

 

Ultra-Creamy No-Bake Peanut Butter Cheesecake Ball Rolled in Chocolate Chips

If you’re craving a dessert that is creamy, crunchy, sweet, salty, and completely irresistible, this Reese’s Peanut Butter Cheesecake Ball is the perfect no-bake treat. It’s made with a smooth peanut-butter cheesecake base loaded with chocolate chips and rolled in a thick coating of peanut butter and chocolate morsels — a dessert that disappears fast at parties!

This dessert is extremely easy, requires only simple ingredients, and comes together in minutes. It’s ideal for holiday gatherings, birthday parties, family nights, movie snacks, or any moment when you want a show-stopping sweet dip.

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🍽️ Ingredients

Cheesecake Ball Base

  • 8 oz (225g) cream cheese, softened

  • ½ cup creamy peanut butter

  • 1 cup powdered sugar

  • ½ cup brown sugar

  • 1 tsp vanilla extract

  • ¼ tsp salt

Mix-Ins

  • ½ cup Reese’s peanut butter chips

  • ½ cup semi-sweet chocolate chips

For the Coating

  • Additional peanut butter chips

  • Additional semi-sweet chocolate chips


👩‍🍳 Step-by-Step Instructions

1. Prepare the Cheesecake Base

  1. Add softened cream cheese, peanut butter, powdered sugar, brown sugar, vanilla extract, and salt into a medium mixing bowl.

  2. Beat with an electric mixer until the mixture becomes smooth, creamy, and completely lump-free.

This base should look like thick peanut-butter frosting — creamy but firm.


2. Fold in the Mix-Ins

  1. Add the peanut butter chips and chocolate chips.

  2. Use a spatula to gently fold them into the mixture until evenly distributed.

This gives the cheesecake ball a crunchy texture in every bite.


3. Shape the Dessert Ball

  1. Place a large piece of plastic wrap on the counter.

  2. Transfer the mixture to the center.

  3. Wrap tightly and shape into a ball using your hands.

  4. Refrigerate for a minimum of 2 hours, or ideally overnight, until firm.

Chilling ensures the dessert holds its shape and becomes easy to coat.


4. Coat the Cheesecake Ball

  1. Place the extra peanut butter chips and chocolate chips onto a large plate.

  2. Unwrap the chilled cheesecake ball and roll it gently into the chip mixture.

  3. Press the chips into the surface until the entire ball is evenly coated.

This coating gives a crunchy exterior and an Instagram-worthy finish.


5. Serve and Enjoy

Place the dessert ball on a serving plate and serve chilled with:

  • Graham crackers

  • Pretzels

  • Vanilla wafers

  • Apple slices 🍎

  • Chocolate cookies

  • Salted crackers (for sweet-salty lovers)


Expert Tips for Perfect Results

  • Use full-fat cream cheese for the creamiest texture.

  • Chill longer for a firmer, more sliceable ball.

  • Add chopped Reese’s cups inside for a stronger peanut-butter flavor.

  • If the mixture is too soft, add a bit more powdered sugar.

  • Freeze for 15 minutes before coating to make rolling easier.


🧊 Storage Information

  • Refrigerator: Up to 4 days

  • Freezer: Up to 2 months (wrap tightly in plastic + foil)

  • Serving: Serve chilled — it softens at room temperature after 20–30 minutes.


Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

1. Can I make this peanut butter cheesecake ball ahead of time?

Yes! It’s even better when made 24 hours ahead. Chill overnight for perfect texture.

2. Can I use crunchy peanut butter?

Absolutely — it adds texture. Just avoid peanut butter that is too oily.

3. Can I turn this into a dip instead of a ball?

Yes! Simply reduce chilling time and serve in a bowl with dippers.

4. Can I coat the cheesecake ball in something else?

Yes! Try:

  • Crushed Oreos

  • Crushed pretzels

  • Mini M&Ms

  • Toffee bits

  • Reese’s Pieces

5. Is this dessert gluten-free?

The ball itself is gluten-free, but choose gluten-free crackers for serving.

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