Reese’s Cheese Ball Recipe

Introduction

This Reese’s Cheese Ball is a delightful blend of creamy peanut butter and cream cheese, studded with mini Reese’s Peanut Butter Cups and coated in rich chocolate. It’s an easy, crowd-pleasing treat perfect for parties or cozy nights at home.

Ingredients

• 8 oz cream cheese, softened
• 1 cup creamy peanut butter
• 1 cup powdered sugar
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• 1½ cups mini Reese’s Peanut Butter Cups, chopped
• 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips, melted
• Optional: crushed peanuts or mini Reese’s for rolling

Instructions

1. Step 1: Beat together the softened cream cheese and peanut butter until smooth and creamy.
2. Step 2: Add powdered sugar and vanilla extract, then mix until well combined.
3. Step 3: Gently fold in the chopped mini Reese’s Peanut Butter Cups.
4. Step 4: Scoop the mixture onto plastic wrap and shape it into a ball. Chill in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour.
5. Step 5: Dip the chilled ball into the melted chocolate, coating it completely.
6. Step 6: While the chocolate is still wet, sprinkle with crushed peanuts or additional mini Reese’s, if desired.
7. Step 7: Chill the ball until the chocolate is set, about 30 minutes, then serve with your favorite dippers.

Tips & Variations

• For extra crunch, roll the cheese ball in crushed pretzels or chopped nuts instead of or in addition to peanuts.
• If you prefer a less sweet cheese ball, reduce the powdered sugar slightly.
• Use dark chocolate chips melted with a little coconut oil for a smoother coating.

Storage

Store the Reese’s Cheese Ball wrapped tightly in the refrigerator for up to 5 days. To re-soften before serving, let it sit at room temperature for about 15 minutes. It’s best enjoyed chilled but soft enough to scoop.

How to Serve

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I make this cheese ball ahead of time?

Yes, you can prepare the cheese ball a day in advance. Keep it wrapped and chilled until ready to serve.

What can I use to dip the cheese ball?

Popular dippers include pretzels, graham crackers, vanilla wafers, or apple slices. Choose any crunchy snack that complements the peanut butter flavor.

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This Reese’s Cheese Ball is a creamy, indulgent dessert perfect for peanut butter lovers. A smooth mixture of cream cheese, creamy peanut butter, powdered sugar, and vanilla is studded with mini Reese’s Peanut Butter Cups, shaped into a ball, chilled, and then coated in melted chocolate. The finished cheese ball is perfect for serving at parties or as a festive treat with your favorite dippers like pretzels, crackers, or cookies.

• Author: Rita
• Prep Time: 15 minutes
• Cook Time: 0 minutes
• Total Time: 1 hour 45 minutes
• Yield: 12 servings 1x
• Category: Dessert
• Method: No-Cook
• Cuisine: American

Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

• 8 oz cream cheese, softened
• 1 cup creamy peanut butter
• 1 cup powdered sugar
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• 1½ cups mini Reese’s Peanut Butter Cups, chopped

Coating and Toppings

• 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips, melted
• Optional: crushed peanuts or mini Reese’s for rolling

Instructions

1. Prepare the base mixture: Beat together the softened cream cheese and creamy peanut butter until the mixture is smooth and well combined, creating the rich base for the cheese ball.
2. Add sweetness and flavor: Incorporate the powdered sugar and vanilla extract into the mixture, mixing thoroughly until fully combined and smooth.
3. Fold in Reese’s: Gently fold in the chopped mini Reese’s Peanut Butter Cups to distribute them evenly without breaking them down too much.
4. Shape and chill: Transfer the mixture onto plastic wrap and shape it into a ball. Wrap tightly and chill in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour to firm up.
5. Coat with chocolate: Remove the chilled cheese ball from the fridge. Dip it into the melted semi-sweet chocolate chips, coating the entire ball evenly.
6. Add toppings: While the chocolate coating is still wet, sprinkle crushed peanuts or additional mini Reese’s on top to add texture and extra flavor.
7. Final chill and serve: Return the coated cheese ball to the refrigerator and chill until the chocolate sets completely, about 30 minutes. Serve with your favorite dippers such as pretzels, crackers, or cookies.

Notes

• Make sure the cream cheese is softened for smoother mixing.
• Use high-quality peanut butter for the best flavor.
• Chill time is crucial to help the cheese ball hold its shape.
• For easier chocolate coating, melt chocolate chips gently using a double boiler or microwave in short bursts.
• Serve with a variety of dippers like pretzels, graham crackers, or apple slices.
• Store leftovers covered in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

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