Description
A sweet and creamy dessert cheeseball packed with chocolate chips, perfect for dipping with graham crackers. Ideal for parties or cozy nights in!
Ingredients
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For the Crust:
- For the Cheeseball:
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 2 tbsp brown sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup mini chocolate chips
- For Coating:
- 1/2 cup mini chocolate chips
- 1/4 cup finely chopped pecans (optional)
- For Dipping:
- Graham crackers, broken into sticks
Instructions
1. Prepare the Crust:
- 1. In a large bowl, beat cream cheese and butter together until smooth and fluffy.
- 2. Add granulated sugar, brown sugar, and vanilla extract. Mix until fully combined.
- 3. Fold in 1 cup of mini chocolate chips until evenly distributed.
- 4. Scoop the mixture onto a sheet of plastic wrap. Wrap tightly and shape into a ball. Chill for at least 2 hours or until firm.
- 5. Before serving, roll the cheeseball in the remaining 1/2 cup mini chocolate chips (and pecans, if using) to coat evenly.
- 6. Serve with graham cracker sticks for dipping.
Notes
For a firmer cheeseball, chill overnight. Substitute nuts with coconut flakes for a nut-free version.