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Baileys Cheesecake Balls

Irresistible Baileys Cheesecake Balls You’ll Love to Share

These Baileys Cheesecake Balls are delightful no-bake treats that feature the creamy richness of Baileys Irish Cream, perfect for sharing.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Chilling Time 45 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 16 balls
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: Irish
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cheesecake Filling
  • 1 cup Chocolate-Covered Butter Cookies Use any chocolate cookie if preferred.
  • 8 oz Mascarpone Cheese Cream cheese can be used as a substitute.
  • 1/4 cup Irish Cream Liqueur Or coffee syrup for a non-alcoholic version.
For the Coating
  • 4 oz White Chocolate (Chopped) Can be swapped for extra dark chocolate.
  • 4 oz Dark Chocolate (Chopped) Semi-sweet chocolate can also be used.
Optional Toppings
  • 1/2 cup Crushed Nuts Any type will do!
  • 1/2 cup Sprinkles For a festive touch.
  • 2 tbsp Cocoa Powder For a chocolatey kick.

Equipment

  • Food Processor
  • Mixing bowl
  • Cookie scoop
  • double boiler
  • Parchment paper
  • airtight container

Method
 

Step 1: Prepare the Cookies
  1. Crush chocolate-covered butter cookies into fine crumbs. Combine crumbs with Irish Cream Liqueur until mixed and holding together.
Step 2: Combine the Filling Ingredients
  1. Add mascarpone cheese to the mixture and blend well until smooth, ensuring no lumps remain.
Step 3: Shape the Cheesecake Balls
  1. Form small balls from the mixture, about 1 inch in diameter, and chill in the freezer for at least 45 minutes.
Step 4: Melt the White Chocolate
  1. Set up a double boiler and melt the chopped white chocolate, stirring continuously until smooth.
Step 5: Coat the Cheesecake Balls
  1. Remove the balls from the freezer, dip into melted white chocolate, and return to the tray. Refrigerate for one hour.
Step 6: Drizzle with Dark Chocolate
  1. Melt dark chocolate and drizzle over the set cheesecake balls.
Step 7: Let the Chocolate Set
  1. Let the cheesecake balls sit for 30 minutes until the chocolate sets, then transfer to an airtight container.

Nutrition

Serving: 1ballCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 2gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 6gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 50mgPotassium: 60mgFiber: 1gSugar: 8gVitamin A: 200IUCalcium: 30mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

These Baileys Cheesecake Balls are perfect for parties or as a comforting treat. Customization allows for various toppings to suit all taste preferences.

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