Description
Delightful no-bake strawberry cheesecake truffles that are perfect for summer gatherings. Easy to make, creamy, and full of fresh flavor!
Ingredients
Scale
8 ounces cream cheese, softened
1 cup strawberry puree
1 cup powdered sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 cup graham cracker crumbs
Unsweetened cocoa powder (for coating)
Chocolate sprinkles (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the Strawberry Puree: Blend 1 cup of fresh strawberries until smooth. Set aside a few whole strawberries for garnishing.
- Mix the Cream Cheese: Beat softened cream cheese in a large bowl until creamy (about 2 minutes).
- Incorporate Sugar and Vanilla: Gradually add powdered sugar and vanilla extract; mix until smooth.
- Add Strawberry Puree: Mix in the strawberry puree until the color is consistent.
- Fold in Graham Cracker Crumbs: Gently fold in the graham cracker crumbs until evenly mixed.
- Form the Truffles: Shape the mixture into 1-inch balls and place on a parchment-lined tray.
- Chill: Cover and chill the truffles in the fridge for at least 1 hour.
- Coat the Truffles: Roll cooled truffles in cocoa powder or chocolate sprinkles before serving.
Notes
For a lighter option, consider using reduced-fat cream cheese. You can substitute with other berry purees if desired.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Chilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 truffle
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 16g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 30mg