Reese’s Peanut Butter Cheese Ball (Print Version)
Creamy peanut butter cheese ball studded with candies, perfect for dipping with graham crackers or pretzels.
# Ingredients:
→ Main Mixture
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8 ounces cream cheese, softened
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1/2 cup creamy peanut butter
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1/2 cup powdered sugar
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1/4 cup packed brown sugar
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1 teaspoon vanilla extract
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1 cup mini Reese’s Pieces
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1/2 cup mini chocolate chips
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1/2 cup crushed mini peanut butter cups (optional)
→ Coating
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1/4 cup mini Reese’s Pieces
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1/4 cup mini chocolate chips
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1/4 cup crushed mini peanut butter cups
# Steps:
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In a large mixing bowl, beat together cream cheese, peanut butter, powdered sugar, brown sugar, and vanilla extract until creamy and thoroughly combined.
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Gently fold in the mini Reese’s Pieces, mini chocolate chips, and optional crushed peanut butter cups, mixing to evenly distribute.
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Form the mixture into a uniform ball using clean hands or a spatula. Wrap tightly in plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 1 hour until firm.
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Mix together 1/4 cup mini Reese’s Pieces, 1/4 cup mini chocolate chips, and 1/4 cup crushed peanut butter cups in a shallow dish.
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Unwrap the chilled cheese ball and roll it in the prepared coating mixture until entirely covered.
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Place the finished cheese ball on a platter and serve with an assortment of graham crackers, pretzels, or cookies for dipping.
# Notes:
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For smooth blending, ensure cream cheese reaches room temperature before mixing.