Description
Indulgent Salted Caramel Pretzel Cheesecake Balls combine creamy cheesecake with crunchy pretzels and luscious caramel for a perfect bite-sized treat. These no-bake dessert balls are easy to make, with a delightful balance of sweet, salty, and creamy flavors, perfect for parties or as an everyday indulgence.
Ingredients
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Cheesecake Mixture
- 8 oz Cream Cheese, softened
- 1 cup Powdered Sugar
- 1 tsp Vanilla Extract (or almond extract for a twist)
- 1 cup Crushed Pretzels (gluten-free if needed)
- 1/2 cup Caramel Sauce (thicker sauce sticks better)
Coating & Garnish
- Additional Crushed Pretzels for coating
- Extra Caramel Sauce for drizzling
- Sea Salt to taste for garnish
Instructions
- Beat the Cream Cheese. In a mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese with an electric mixer on medium speed until smooth and creamy, about 2-3 minutes.
- Incorporate Sugar and Vanilla. Gradually add the powdered sugar and vanilla extract into the cream cheese mixture, mixing on low speed until fully incorporated and smooth.
- Fold in Pretzels and Caramel. Gently fold in the crushed pretzels and caramel sauce into the cheesecake mixture, ensuring even distribution without overmixing.
- Chill the Mixture. Cover the mixing bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate the mixture for about 15 minutes to firm up slightly for easier handling.
- Form the Cheesecake Balls. Scoop approximately 1 tablespoon of the chilled cheesecake mixture and roll it between your palms to form a smooth ball.
- Coat in Crushed Pretzels. Roll each cheesecake ball in additional crushed pretzels until fully coated, providing extra crunch and texture.
- Drizzle with Caramel. Place the coated balls on a tray and drizzle each with extra caramel sauce for enhanced flavor and visual appeal.
- Final Chill Before Serving. Return the cheesecake balls to the fridge for another 15 minutes to firm up completely before serving.
- Sprinkle with Sea Salt. Just before serving, sprinkle a touch of sea salt over each cheesecake ball to balance the sweetness and add a finishing touch.
Notes
- Use softened cream cheese for smooth mixing and best texture.
- For a gluten-free option, use gluten-free pretzels.
- Thicker caramel sauce works better for binding in the mixture and drizzling.
- Store cheesecake balls refrigerated in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
- Let cheesecake balls sit at room temperature for 5-10 minutes before serving for best flavor.
