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These quick cheesecake balls are the perfect snack for anyone who loves the taste of cheesecake but doesn't want to spend hours baking. They're creamy, sweet, and ready in minutes—ideal for parties, as a dessert, or just for snacking on the go.
Ingredients
- Cream cheese: 200 g, double cream, room temperature
- Powdered sugar: 100 g
- Vanilla extract: 1 tsp
- Butter biscuits: 150 g, finely crumbled
- White chocolate: 50 g, melted (optional for more creaminess)
- Coconut flakes, cocoa powder or crumbled biscuits: 50 g, for rolling
Preparation
- Mix base:
- In a large bowl, cream the cream cheese with the powdered sugar and vanilla extract until creamy.
- Add biscuits:
- Add the crushed butter cookies and mix until smooth.
- Optional chocolate:
- Stir in the melted white chocolate to make the balls even creamier.
- Chill mixture:
- Refrigerate the mixture for 10–15 minutes to firm up and make them easier to shape.
- Shape balls:
- Form the chilled mixture into small balls (about the size of a walnut).
- Coat balls:
- Roll them in desiccated coconut, cocoa powder, or crushed cookies, if desired.
- Final chill:
- Refrigerate the finished cheesecake balls for at least 30 minutes to firm up.
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Tips for perfect enjoyment
For extra flavor: Add lemon zest or a few drops of lemon juice for a fresh touch. Chocolate lovers: Dip the balls in melted dark or milk chocolate. Fruity variation: Add chopped dried fruit or freeze-dried berries to the dough.
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Serving suggestions
These cheesecake balls taste best chilled. They're perfect as a small dessert, on a party buffet, or as a sweet treat. Served in pretty paper cups, they look especially appealing. Enjoy these quick cheesecake balls – creamy, delicious, and simply irresistible!
Frequently Asked Questions About Recipes
- → Can I use a different type of biscuit?
Yes, you can use graham crackers, digestive biscuits, or any dry, crumbly cookie as a substitute for butter biscuits.
- → How do I make the balls firmer?
Chilling the mixture for 10–15 minutes before shaping helps firm it up. After rolling, refrigerate again for at least 30 minutes.
- → What can I roll the balls in?
You can use coconut flakes, cocoa powder, or crushed biscuits for different flavors and textures.
- → Can I make them ahead of time?
Yes, they store well in the refrigerator for a few days. Prepare them in advance and serve chilled.
- → Is it necessary to add white chocolate?
No, it’s optional. Adding melted white chocolate gives extra creaminess but the balls are still delicious without it.