Description
Indulge in bite-sized treats that combine the rich creaminess of cheesecake with the delightful crunch of pretzels and a touch of salted caramel.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup salted caramel sauce
- 1 cup crushed pretzels
- Chocolate for dipping
- Extra crushed pretzels for topping
Instructions
- Combine the cream cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract in a mixing bowl until smooth.
- Incorporate the salted caramel sauce and half of the crushed pretzels, mixing well.
- Shape small balls, about 1 inch in diameter, and place on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
- Chill in the freezer for about 30 minutes to firm up.
- Melt the chocolate in a double boiler or microwave until smooth.
- Dip each chilled ball in the melted chocolate, coating evenly, and top with remaining crushed pretzels.
- Refrigerate until the chocolate is set, about 30 minutes.
Notes
These cheesecake balls can be made a week in advance and stored in the fridge.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Chilling and Dipping
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 ball
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: cheesecake balls, salted caramel, pretzels, dessert, sweet treats