White Chocolate Raspberry Cheesecake Balls Recipe
Delightful and creamy white chocolate raspberry cheesecake balls that are easy to make and perfect for parties or special treats. These bite-sized cheesecakes feature a luscious cream cheese filling blended with fresh raspberries, coated in smooth white chocolate, and optionally garnished with freeze-dried raspberries or white chocolate drizzle.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes (including chilling and freezing time)
- Yield: Approximately 20 balls 1x
- Category: Dessert, Snack
- Method: No-bake, Freezing, Dipping
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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For the Cheesecake Filling
- 8 oz (225g) cream cheese, softened
- 1/4 cup powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup fresh raspberries, mashed
For the Coating
- 6 oz (170g) white chocolate, chopped
- 1 teaspoon coconut oil or butter (optional, for smoother coating)
Optional Garnish
- Freeze-dried raspberries, crushed
- White chocolate drizzle
Instructions
- Prepare the Cheesecake Filling: In a medium bowl, beat the softened cream cheese until smooth. Add powdered sugar and vanilla extract and mix until fully combined. Gently fold in the mashed raspberries to incorporate them evenly without breaking them down too much.
- Form the Balls: Using a small cookie scoop or spoon, scoop the cheesecake mixture and roll into 1-inch balls. Place the balls on a parchment-lined baking sheet and freeze for 15–20 minutes until firm to make them easier to coat.
- Melt the White Chocolate: In a microwave-safe bowl or using a double boiler, melt the white chocolate with the optional coconut oil in 20–30 second intervals, stirring between each until the chocolate is completely smooth and fluid.
- Coat the Cheesecake Balls: Using a fork or skewer, dip each cheesecake ball into the melted white chocolate, allowing excess to drip off. Place the coated balls back on the parchment-lined baking sheet to set.
- Optional Garnish: While the white chocolate is still wet, sprinkle crushed freeze-dried raspberries over the top or drizzle additional melted white chocolate over the balls to add decorative flair.
- Chill and Serve: Refrigerate the cheesecake balls for at least 30 minutes to allow the white chocolate coating to fully set before serving. Enjoy chilled for the best texture and flavor.
Notes
- Use fresh raspberries for the best flavor, but frozen raspberries that are thawed and drained can work in a pinch.
- Cream cheese should be softened to room temperature for easy mixing.
- Adding coconut oil to the white chocolate helps achieve a smoother coating that hardens with a nice sheen.
- Freeze the balls before coating to prevent melting and ensure they hold shape.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 balls (about 40g)
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 95mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
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