Without turning on the oven, easily make these delicious cheesecake truffles covered in a layer of chocolate. It’s a sweet bite that’s hard to resist.
You know things are gettin’ real when you take an already yummy dessert and then smother it in a shell of chocolate. AND let’s not forget that these little bites of heaven only take 5 ingredients. 
This recipe couldn’t be simpler. In fact, these chocolate covered cheesecake truffles come together so fast that my housemates were shocked by how soon they were done. These take no baking and the hardest part of putting them together involves not eating all the cheesecake mixture as you’re rolling them into shape!
Simply cream the cream cheese, vanilla, powdered sugar, and graham cracker crumbs together then roll them into balls. Refrigerate for 15-20 minutes to help them hold their shape, then dip them in melted baker’s chocolate. Let them set and WHAM. Stuff 10 in your mouth. What a beautiful process.
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 20 truffles 1x
Description
These no-bake cheesecake truffles are a decadent treat, featuring a creamy cheesecake center coated in a rich chocolate shell.
Ingredients
- 8 oz cream cheese
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 1 cup graham cracker crumbs
- 14 oz milk chocolate or semi-sweet baking chocolate (NOT chocolate chips)
Instructions
- In a stand mixer or by hand, cream together the cream cheese and vanilla extract until smooth.
- Add the powdered sugar and graham cracker crumbs to the cream cheese mixture and mix until fully combined.
- Roll about 1 tablespoon of the cheesecake mixture into balls.
- Place the cheesecake balls on a baking sheet and refrigerate for 15-20 minutes to help them hold their shape.
- Melt the baking chocolate in a microwave or double boiler until smooth.
- Dip each chilled cheesecake ball into the melted chocolate, ensuring it is fully coated.
- Place the chocolate-covered truffles back on the baking sheet and allow them to set at room temperature or in the refrigerator until the chocolate is firm.
Notes
Refrigerate the truffles for at least 15 minutes before dipping them in chocolate to ensure they hold their shape. Use high-quality baking chocolate for the best results. Store the truffles in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to a week.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 truffle
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 12
- Sodium: 50
- Fat: 7
- Carbohydrates: 15
- Fiber: 1
- Protein: 2
- Cholesterol: 10
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of cream cheese should I use for the cheesecake truffles?
Use full-fat cream cheese for the best flavor and texture in your truffles.
How do I prevent the cheesecake mixture from sticking to my hands while rolling?
You can lightly dust your hands with powdered sugar or graham cracker crumbs to help prevent the mixture from sticking.
Can I substitute the graham cracker crumbs with something else?
Yes, you can use crushed cookies like Oreos or digestive biscuits as a substitute for graham cracker crumbs.
