No-Bake Cookies and Cream Cheesecake Balls
Delightful no-bake cheesecake balls that combine cream cheese and chocolate sandwich cookies, perfect for any gathering.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 8 oz full-fat cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 20 pieces chocolate sandwich cookies, crushed (Oreos or similar, reserve some for rolling/topping)
- 1 cup white chocolate chips (optional, for dipping)
- 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips (optional, for dipping)
- 1 pinch salt (optional)
Instructions
Preparation
- Let the cream cheese sit out until softened (about 30 minutes at room temperature).
- Crush the chocolate sandwich cookies using a food processor or by smashing them with a rolling pin in a zip-top bag until you have about 1 1/2 cups of crumbs.
- In a medium mixing bowl, combine softened cream cheese, powdered sugar, vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt. Beat until smooth and creamy.
- Fold in most of the crushed cookies, reserving some for rolling and topping. If the mixture is too soft, chill for 10 minutes.
- Line a cookie sheet with parchment paper. Use a small cookie scoop or tablespoon to portion out the mixture (about 1 tablespoon each) and roll into balls with your hands. If sticky, chill for another 5 minutes.
- Place the rolled balls on the lined tray and refrigerate for 10-15 minutes to firm up.
Dipping
- Melt white or semi-sweet chocolate chips in a microwave-safe bowl in 20-second bursts, stirring until smooth.
- Using a fork, dip each chilled cheesecake ball in the melted chocolate, letting excess drip off.
- Return to the tray and sprinkle with reserved cookie crumbs or sprinkles before the chocolate sets.
- Chill until set (about 10 minutes in the fridge).
Notes
These cheesecake balls can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for about a week. They can also be frozen for longer storage. Use high-quality chocolate sandwich cookies for better flavor, and consider adding chopped nuts for extra texture. Experiment with different cookie flavors for variations.