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Rich and creamy Cheesecake Truffles, also known as cream cheese truffles, dipped in chocolate for the perfect bite-sized treat. They’re easy, no-bake, and wonderful for holidays and parties.
Chocolate Dipped Cream Cheese Truffles
I love making these Cheesecake Truffles because they deliver all the creamy, tangy goodness of real cheesecake without ever turning on the oven. Each little bite feels decadent. They are a smooth, rich, chocolate-covered treat. But the recipe itself couldn’t be simpler, with easy directions and only five ingredients.
They’re the kind of treat I whip up when I need something impressive but easy, especially around the holidays when life gets chaotic. Plus, they’re perfect for gifting or stashing in the freezer for those “I need something sweet right now” moments. They never last long, and honestly, that’s the best compliment a recipe can get.
Ingredients
Here’s everything you need to make these cream cheese truffles, including substitutions.
- Cream cheese: This creates the creamy cheesecake base that gives these truffles a classic cheesecake flavor. Full-fat cream cheese gives the richest texture, although neufchâtel can be used if you prefer something a little lighter.
- Powdered sugar: It sweetens the filling and helps it firm up once chilled. It blends smoothly into the cream cheese, and you can adjust the sweetness by adding a little more or a little less to taste.
- Vanilla extract: Vanilla warms the filling and adds a familiar bakery-style aroma. Pure vanilla tastes best, but almond extract can add a fun twist.
- Graham cracker crumbs: These crumbs give the mixture its signature cheesecake flavor and help the truffles hold their shape. You can use gluten-free graham crackers or finely crushed vanilla wafers if needed.
- Chocolate candy melts or almond bark: These melt beautifully, creating a smooth, crisp shell around the creamy filling. You can use dark or white chocolate bark as well, and thin it with a teaspoon of neutral oil if it becomes too thick.
- Sprinkles or extra graham crumbs: These optional decorations make the truffles look polished and festive. Use anything from classic jimmies to themed sprinkles or dust with graham crumbs.
How To Make Cheesecake Truffles
Make the filling, shape the truffles, smooth and re-chill, melt the chocolate, dip the truffles, decorate, and chill before serving.
Step-by-Step Instructions:
- Beat the softened cream cheese in a medium bowl until completely smooth.
- Add powdered sugar, vanilla, and graham cracker crumbs. Blend until creamy and well combined.
- Scoop the filling into small balls and place on the prepared baking sheet. Refrigerate for 60-90 minutes or until very firm.
- Roll each chilled ball between your palms to smooth the surface, then chill again for fifteen minutes.
- Melt chocolate candy melts or almond bark in a microwave-safe bowl, heating in 30-second increments and stirring after each. Work with a few truffles at a time while keeping the rest cold. Dip each ball with two forks, then let the excess chocolate drip off.
- Place on a parchment-lined baking sheet and add any toppings before the coating sets.
- Before the chocolate sets, decorate the cream cheese truffles with crushed graham cracker crumbs or sprinkles (optional). Chill until firm and store in an airtight container.
Top Tips & Tricks
Keep the truffles cold while dipping, as it makes coating much easier.
Don’t overheat the chocolate: Stop when it’s mostly melted and finish stirring off the heat.
Uniform truffles: A cookie scoop ensures even sizing.
Decorations stick best when added immediately after dipping.
Cheesecake Truffles
Equipment
- mixing bowl
- Hand mixer
- cookie scoop
- baking sheet
- Parchment paper
- Microwave safe-bowl
Ingredients
- 8 oz block cream cheese, softened
- ½ cup powdered sugar
- 1 ½ teaspoons vanilla extract
- ½ cup graham cracker crumbs, finely crushed, about 3–4 full-size crackers, plus more for garnish if desired
- 12 oz bag of chocolate candy melts or 16 oz of chocolate or white chocolate almond bark
Optional Decorations:
- Sprinkles
Instructions
Prep
- Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and set aside.
Make the filling
- In a medium bowl, beat the softened cream cheese until smooth.8 oz block cream cheese
- Add powdered sugar, vanilla, and graham cracker crumbs; mix until thoroughly combined and creamy.½ cup powdered sugar, 1 ½ teaspoons vanilla extract, ½ cup graham cracker crumbs
Shape the truffles
- Use a cookie scoop to portion the mixture into balls and place them on the prepared baking sheet.
- Chill in the refrigerator for 60–90 minutes, or until firm.
Smooth and re-chill
- Remove the chilled truffle balls and roll them between your palms to smooth the edges.
- Return to the refrigerator for another 15 minutes.
Melt the chocolate
- Add chocolate candy melts (or almond bark) to a microwave-safe bowl.12 oz bag of chocolate candy melts or 16 oz of chocolate or white chocolate almond bark
- Heat for 1 minute, stir, then continue microwaving in 10–15 second intervals, stirring after each, until the chocolate is almost melted.
- Remove from the microwave and stir until completely smooth.
Dip the truffles
- Work with 4–5 truffles at a time, leaving the rest in the fridge to keep them firm.
- Using two forks, dip each truffle into the melted chocolate, allowing excess to drip off.
- Transfer dipped truffles to a second parchment-lined baking sheet.
Decorate (optional)
- Before the chocolate sets, add crushed graham cracker crumbs or sprinkles.Sprinkles
- Or transfer some melted chocolate to a piping bag, snip the tip, and drizzle over the truffles. (White chocolate almond bark can be drizzled the same way.)
Chill
- Once all truffles are dipped and decorated, refrigerate until firm.
Notes
Nutrition
Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.
Cheesecake Truffles Recipe FAQs
Yes, this is an important step. It firms the mixture, allowing it to be rolled into balls.
Chocolate can become stiff if overheated. Melt slowly and stir often. If streaks appear, briefly rewarm and stir vigorously, or drizzle in a contrasting chocolate for a decorative finish.
You may need to place them back in the fridge to chill for a longer period of time to firm up.
Definitely, crushed Oreos would be delicious, or a dash of vanilla or almond extract to enhance the flavor further. Additionally, lemon zest adds brightness, and freeze-dried strawberries make a delicious berry cheesecake version. A spoonful of cocoa powder mixed into the filling creates a chocolate cheesecake truffle.
You can, although the truffles will be softer. Add a little extra graham crumb if the mixture needs to firm up.
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