Description
Baileys cheesecake balls are bite-sized treats that combine creamy cheesecake with the rich flavor of Baileys Irish Cream, coated in chocolate for an indulgent dessert experience.
Ingredients
- 🧀 Cream Cheese: 8 oz (softened)
- 🍬 Powdered Sugar: 1 cup
- 🍦 Vanilla Extract: 1 teaspoon
- 🍪 Crushed Graham Crackers: 1/2 cup (plus extra for dusting)
- 🥃 Baileys Irish Cream: 1/4 cup
- 🍫 Chocolate Coating: 12 oz (dark or milk chocolate, melted)
Instructions
- Prepare the cheesecake mixture by combining softened cream cheese, powdered sugar, vanilla extract, and Baileys Irish Cream in a large mixing bowl.
- Form the cheesecake balls by scooping out portions of the mixture and rolling them into 1-inch balls.
- Chill the cheesecake balls in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes to firm them up.
- Melt the chocolate coating in a microwave-safe bowl and dip each chilled cheesecake ball into the melted chocolate.
- Let the chocolate set by placing the coated balls back in the refrigerator for 15-20 minutes before serving.
Notes
- Ensure cream cheese is softened for a smooth mixture.
- Do not rush the chilling process to maintain the shape of the balls.
- Melt chocolate in short bursts to avoid overheating.
- Dust with crushed graham crackers for added texture.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-bake
- Cuisine: Irish
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 ball
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
Keywords: Baileys, cheesecake, dessert, chocolate, no-bake