Easy Cheesecake Ball (No-Bake Party Dessert)
A creamy, 15-minute cheesecake ball rolled in graham crackers – perfect for parties! No baking required, endlessly customizable, and always a crowd favorite.
Ingredients
Base Mixture:
- 16 oz 2 blocks cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 1 tsp pure vanilla extract
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter softened
Coating (Choose One):
- 1 cup graham cracker crumbs
- 1 cup crushed Oreos
- 1 cup chopped pecans
Optional Mix-Ins:
- ½ cup mini chocolate chips
- ¼ cup sprinkles
Instructions
- Beat cream cheese, butter, powdered sugar, and vanilla in a bowl until smooth and lump-free (2-3 mins).
- Tip: Scrape bowl sides halfway through.
- Fold in any mix-ins (chocolate chips, etc.) gently with a spatula.
- Shape mixture into a ball:
- Scoop onto plastic wrap
- Wrap tightly and chill 1 hour (or 30 mins in freezer)
- Roll the chilled ball in your chosen coating, pressing lightly to adhere.
- Serve on a platter with dippers like graham sticks, strawberries, or pretzels.
Notes
- For best texture: Use full-fat cream cheese.
- Make ahead: Stores 3 days in fridge (add coating last-minute).
- Freezing: Freeze uncoated for 1 month. Thaw overnight in fridge.