Hey, y'all! We love cheese balls here in the south. That said, not all cheese balls are savory - they can also be dessert! I'm excited to share the recipe for my Chocolate Chip Cheese Ball with y'all today. This is one of my favorite party foods!
Chocolate Chip Cheese Ball
Chocolate Chip Cheese Ball Ingredients
- 8 oz. cream cheese, room temperature
- ½ c. butter, softened
- ½ tsp. vanilla
- ¾ c. confectioners’ sugar
- 2 tbsp. brown sugar
- ¾ c. mini semi-sweet chocolate chips
- ¾ c. finely-chopped pecans
- Graham crackers/Nilla wafers, for dipping
How to Make a Chocolate Chip Cheese Ball
- In a mixing bowl, beat the cream cheese, butter, and vanilla until fluffy.
- Gradually add sugars, beating until combined. Fold in chocolate chips.
- Cover and refrigerate for 2-4 hours.
- Place cream cheese mixture onto a large piece of plastic wrap; shape into a ball.
- Refrigerate for another hour (or more!).
- Just before serving, remove the plastic wrap and roll the cheese ball in chopped pecans.
- Serve with graham crackers or Nilla wafers.
Pro Tips For Making This Recipe
- For easier mixing, ensure your cream cheese and butter are at room temperature before beginning.
- Refrigerate the mixture for a minimum of 2-4 hours to allow it to firm up for easier shaping.
- Placing the cream cheese mixture on plastic wrap makes shaping and cleanup a breeze.
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Chocolate Chip Cheese Ball
Not all cheese balls are savory - your guests will love Chocolate Chip Cheese Ball, which is sweet, rich, and beautifully rolled in pecans!
Ingredients
- 8 oz. cream cheese room temperature
- ½ c. butter softened
- ½ tsp. vanilla
- ¾ c. confectioners’ sugar
- 2 tbsp. brown sugar
- ¾ c. mini semi-sweet chocolate chips
- ¾ c. finely-chopped pecans
- Graham crackers/Nilla wafers for dipping
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, beat the cream cheese, butter, and vanilla until fluffy.
- Gradually add sugars, beating until combined. Fold in chocolate chips.
- Cover and refrigerate for 2-4 hours.
- Place cream cheese mixture onto a large piece of plastic wrap; shape into a ball.
- Refrigerate for another hour (or more!).
- Just before serving, remove the plastic wrap and roll the cheese ball in chopped pecans.
- Serve with graham crackers or Nilla wafers.
Notes
- For easier mixing, ensure your cream cheese and butter are at room temperature before beginning.
- Refrigerate the mixture for a minimum of 2-4 hours to allow it to firm up for easier shaping.
- Placing the cream cheese mixture on plastic wrap makes shaping and cleanup a breeze.
Nutrition
Calories: 135kcalCarbohydrates: 14gProtein: 2gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gTrans Fat: 0.01gCholesterol: 11mgSodium: 36mgPotassium: 93mgFiber: 1gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 143IUVitamin C: 0.1mgCalcium: 26mgIron: 1mg
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JC
Liz says
My kids thought this was amazing!!! Well, I did, too!!!
JCP says
Thank you, Liz!
Erin says
This cheeseball was so delicious! I can't wait to make it again. Everyone wanted the recipe!
JCP says
Thank you, Erin!
Claudia says
I just made a Chocolate Chip Cheese Ball, and it's a game-changer! Creamy, sweet, and packed with chocolate chips. Perfect for parties or a fun dessert. Give it a try!
JCP says
Thanks, Claudia! It's a great party food!
Sonja says
You had me at chocolate chip. These cheese balls made the perfect sweet addition to a cheese course, for those that enjoy sweet more than savory. Loved the crunchy and pretty pecan crust!
JCP says
Thanks, Sonja!
Melinda says
What a fun and unique way to enjoy dessert. My guests loved this recipe and everyone said it reminded them of cheesecake, which we love! I served this with Nilla wafers, but next time I might also offer guests graham crackers so they have an assortment. Great recipe!
JCP says
Thanks so much, Melinda!