These cherry cheesecake balls are a delightful treat that combines the creamy goodness of cheesecake with the sweet tanginess of cherries. Perfect for parties or as a special dessert, these bite-sized treats are sure to be a hit with everyone.
Ingredients
- 1 package of cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup graham cracker crumbs
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup cherry pie filling
- White chocolate melting wafers
Directions
- In a mixing bowl, combine the cream cheese, graham cracker crumbs, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract. Mix until well combined.
- Using a small cookie scoop, form the mixture into balls and place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Chill in the refrigerator for 30 minutes.
- After chilling, remove the balls from the refrigerator and dip them in the cherry pie filling, ensuring they are coated evenly. Place them back on the baking sheet and return to the refrigerator for another 30 minutes.
- Melt the white chocolate melting wafers according to the package instructions. Dip each cherry-coated ball into the melted chocolate, covering them completely. Place back on the baking sheet to set.
- Once the chocolate has hardened, drizzle any remaining cherry pie filling on top for decoration. Serve and enjoy!
Interesting Facts
You can customize these cheesecake balls with different toppings such as crushed nuts or sprinkles.
These cherry cheesecake balls can be made ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.