Description
Indulge in the delightful fusion of white chocolate and raspberry with these no-bake White Chocolate Raspberry Cheesecake Bites. Perfect for dessert lovers, these treats combine the richness of cheesecake with the tangy sweetness of raspberries, all enveloped in a silky white chocolate coating. Elegant yet surprisingly easy to make, these cheesecake bites promise to be a hit at any gathering or a luxurious treat for your sweet tooth occasions.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1/4 cup powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 cup fresh raspberries, mashed or raspberry preserves
- 1 cup white chocolate chips or melting wafers
- 1 tablespoon coconut oil or shortening (optional, for smoother melting)
- Freeze-dried raspberry powder or crushed freeze-dried raspberries
- White chocolate drizzle (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the Cheesecake Filling: In a medium bowl, beat the cream cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth. Gently fold the mashed raspberries into the mixture until evenly combined.
- Chill the Mixture: Chill the mixture for 30 minutes in the refrigerator to firm up.
- Form the Balls: Scoop about 1 tablespoon of the chilled mixture and roll it into a ball. Place each ball on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
- Freeze: Freeze the balls for 1 hour to harden.
- Melt the White Chocolate: In a microwave-safe bowl, melt the white chocolate chips with the coconut oil, using 20-second intervals, stirring between each until smooth.
- Dip the Cheesecake Balls: Using a fork or toothpick, dip each frozen cheesecake ball into the melted white chocolate, ensuring it is fully coated. Allow the excess chocolate to drip off before placing back on the parchment paper.
- Garnish: While the white chocolate coating is still wet, sprinkle with freeze-dried raspberry powder or drizzle with additional melted white chocolate.
- Set and Serve: Refrigerate the coated balls for at least 30 minutes to set the coating. Serve chilled for the best texture.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes active, plus chilling and setting time