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Baileys Cheesecake Balls

Baileys Cheesecake Balls: Irresistibly Decadent No-Bake Treats

Indulge in Baileys Cheesecake Balls, a creamy, no-bake dessert perfect for any gathering.
Prep Time 45 minutes
Chilling Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 45 minutes
Servings: 12 balls
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: Irish
Calories: 180

Ingredients
  

For the Base
  • 1 cup Chocolate-Covered Butter Cookies Or any crunchy cookies
  • 8 oz Mascarpone Cheese Can substitute with cream cheese
  • 1/4 cup Irish Cream Liqueur Swap for coffee-flavored syrup for non-alcoholic
For Coating and Drizzle
  • 1 cup White Chocolate Sugar-free version optional
  • 1/2 cup Dark Chocolate Milk chocolate can be used as an alternative

Equipment

  • food processor
  • mixing bowl
  • cookie scoop
  • parchment paper
  • double boiler

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Begin by crushing the chocolate-covered butter cookies into fine crumbs. Transfer to a mixing bowl, then add Irish Cream Liqueur and mix thoroughly.
  2. Incorporate the mascarpone cheese into the cookie mixture and blend until smooth and creamy. Set aside to meld flavors.
  3. Scoop and shape bite-sized balls from the mixture, placing them on a parchment-lined tray. Freeze for at least 45 minutes until firm.
  4. Melt the white chocolate using a double boiler over low heat, stirring continuously until smooth.
  5. Dip each ball into the melted white chocolate, tapping off excess before returning them to the tray. Refrigerate for about 1 hour to set.
  6. Melt the dark chocolate in a double boiler and drizzle over the set white chocolate coating. Let set for at least 30 minutes.
  7. Serve the cheesecake balls chilled on a beautiful platter at gatherings, enjoying the luscious flavor.

Nutrition

Serving: 1ballCalories: 180kcalCarbohydrates: 24gProtein: 2gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 60mgPotassium: 50mgFiber: 1gSugar: 15gVitamin A: 100IUCalcium: 30mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Check the mixture consistency and chill well before coating to ensure perfect shaping.

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