Description
Blissful blueberry cheesecake bliss balls combine creamy indulgence with wholesome ingredients for a delightful no-bake treat. Packed with rich flavor and smooth texture, these little spheres of happiness promise to satisfy sweet cravings while delivering a luxurious dessert experience you’ll adore.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients:
- 1 cup dried blueberries
- ½ cup cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup graham cracker crumbs (or almond flour for gluten-free)
Binding and Flavor Ingredients:
- ½ cup shredded coconut (plus extra for rolling)
- 2 tablespoons honey or maple syrup
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice (optional, for a tangy kick)
Instructions
- Prepare the base mixture by pulsing dried blueberries, graham cracker crumbs, cream cheese, shredded coconut, honey, vanilla extract, and lemon juice in a food processor until a cohesive, slightly tacky consistency forms.
- Transfer the processed mixture to a chilled mixing bowl, ensuring all ingredients are well integrated and the texture is uniform.
- Place the mixture in the refrigerator for approximately 15-20 minutes, allowing the ingredients to solidify and become easier to handle.
- Remove the chilled mixture from the refrigerator and gently shape small, uniform portions into compact spherical forms using clean, slightly dampened hands.
- Create a coating station with additional shredded coconut in a shallow dish, carefully rolling each formed ball to ensure complete and even coverage.
- Arrange the coconut-encrusted bliss balls on a parchment-lined tray, maintaining slight separation between each piece.
- Return the prepared bliss balls to the refrigerator for a minimum of 30 minutes, enabling them to set completely and develop a firmer texture.
- Once fully chilled, serve immediately or store in a sealed container within the refrigerator to maintain optimal consistency and flavor.
Notes
- Customize the sweetness by adjusting honey levels, perfect for those monitoring sugar intake.
- Swap graham crackers with gluten-free alternatives like almond flour or crushed nuts for a celiac-friendly version.
- Enhance protein content by adding a scoop of vanilla protein powder during blending for a post-workout energy boost.
- Use dairy-free cream cheese to create a vegan-friendly treat that maintains the creamy texture and delightful flavor profile.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Category: Snacks, Desserts
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 12
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 10 g
- Sodium: 50 mg
- Fat: 7 g
- Saturated Fat: 4 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 18 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 2 g
- Cholesterol: 15 mg