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Reese’s Cheese Ball Dessert

Reese’s Cheese Ball Dessert: Your Ultimate No-Bake Indulgence

Reese’s Cheese Ball Dessert is a no-bake marvel that combines creamy peanut butter and mini Reese’s Pieces, sure to impress at any gathering.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Chilling Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 12 servings
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 300
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cheeseball
  • 8 oz Cream Cheese Ensure it's softened for proper mixing.
  • 1 cup Creamy Peanut Butter Almond butter can be a nut-free substitute.
  • 1 cup Powdered Sugar Granulated sugar may change texture.
  • 1/4 cup Brown Sugar Adds moisture and deep flavor.
  • 1 tsp Vanilla Extract Optional but recommended for aromatic touch.
For the Mix-Ins
  • 1/2 cup Mini Reese’s Pieces Adds delightful crunch.
  • 1/4 cup Mini Chocolate Chips Can be omitted for a lighter option.
  • 3/4 cup Crushed Peanut Butter Cups Amplifies the chocolate-peanut butter flavor.
For the Coating
  • 1 cup Additional Reese’s Pieces Perfect for rolling the cheese ball.
  • 1/4 cup Mini Chocolate Chips Boosts chocolate charm on exterior.
  • 3/4 cup Crushed Peanut Butter Cups Adds chocolatey goodness.

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • electric mixer
  • spatula
  • plastic wrap
  • shallow dish

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a large mixing bowl, add softened cream cheese, creamy peanut butter, powdered sugar, brown sugar, and vanilla extract. Beat with an electric mixer on medium speed for 2-3 minutes until smooth.
  2. Gently fold in mini Reese’s Pieces, mini chocolate chips, and crushed peanut butter cups into the mixture using a spatula.
  3. Shape the mixture into a ball, wrap tightly in plastic wrap, and refrigerate for at least 1 hour.
  4. In a shallow dish, mix additional mini Reese’s Pieces, mini chocolate chips, and crushed peanut butter cups together for the coating.
  5. Unwrap the cheese ball and roll it in the coating mixture until fully covered.
  6. Transfer the coated cheese ball to a serving platter and serve with graham crackers, pretzels, or cookies.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 5gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 1gSugar: 25gVitamin A: 5IUCalcium: 2mgIron: 4mg

Notes

Store leftovers tightly wrapped in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 5 days. For longer storage, freeze tightly wrapped for up to 2 months. Thaw overnight in the fridge before serving.

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