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Christmas white chocolate peppermint dessert cheese ball coated in crushed candy canes and white chocolate chips, with a wedge removed to show the creamy center. Served on a black plate with peppermint sticks on a rustic wooden table.

Christmas White Chocolate Peppermint Dessert Cheese Ball

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Christmas White Chocolate Peppermint Dessert Cheese Ball is an easy no-bake Christmas dessert with creamy texture and peppermint flavor. Perfect for holiday parties.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
2 hours
Total Time 2 hours 15 minutes
Course Dessert
Cuisine American
Servings 12

Equipment

Large Mixing Bowl
Electric Mixer
Microwave Safe Bowl
Spatula
Plastic Wrap
Shallow Bowl
Measuring Spoons
Measuring Cup

Ingredients
 

For the Coating:

  • ½ cup white chocolate chips finely chopped
  • ⅓ cup peppermint candies or candy canes crushed
  • 2 tablespoon white chocolate shavings

Instructions
 

  • Place the softened cream cheese and butter in a large mixing bowl. Beat with an electric mixer until smooth and creamy.
  • Add the powdered sugar, peppermint extract, and vanilla extract. Beat until combined.
  • Add the melted white chocolate and beat until smooth.
  • Gently fold in the finely crushed peppermint candies with a spatula.
  • Cover the bowl and refrigerate for 30 minutes, or until the mixture is firm enough to shape.
  • Transfer the chilled mixture to a large piece of plastic wrap. Use the wrap to shape the mixture into a ball.
  • Wrap the cheese ball tightly and refrigerate for 1 hour 30 minutes, or until firm.
  • Mix the chopped white chocolate chips, crushed peppermint candies, and white chocolate shavings in a shallow bowl.
  • Remove the plastic wrap from the chilled cheese ball. Roll the ball in the peppermint mixture, pressing gently until the entire surface is coated.
  • Transfer to a serving plate and refrigerate until ready to serve.

Notes

Tips and Tricks

Softened Ingredients – Let the cream cheese and butter soften before mixing. This helps prevent lumps and gives the filling a smooth, creamy texture.
Cool the Chocolate – Let the melted white chocolate cool slightly before mixing it into the filling. Hot chocolate can soften the mixture too much.
Crush the Candy – Finely crushed peppermint candies work best inside the filling. Slightly larger pieces are fine for the outside coating if you want more crunch.
Keep It Chilled – This dessert softens as it warms up. Keep it refrigerated until you're ready to serve, especially if your kitchen is warm.
Serving Ideas – Graham crackers, vanilla wafers, chocolate cookies, and pretzels are all delicious options for dipping.

Storing and Reheating

Refrigerator – Store the cheese ball tightly wrapped or in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 to 4 days.
Make Ahead – Prepare the cheese ball a day before serving and keep it wrapped in the refrigerator. Add the peppermint coating closer to serving time to help maintain its crunch.
Freezing – Freeze the uncoated cheese ball tightly wrapped in plastic wrap and placed in a freezer-safe container for up to 1 month. Thaw overnight in the refrigerator before adding the coating. The texture may be slightly softer after thawing.
Serving Leftovers – Return leftovers to the refrigerator promptly. Don't leave this cream cheese dessert at room temperature for more than 2 hours.

Nutrition

Calories: 312kcalCarbohydrates: 29gProtein: 2gFat: 21gSaturated Fat: 13gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gTrans Fat: 0.3gCholesterol: 44mgSodium: 80mgPotassium: 89mgFiber: 0.04gSugar: 26gVitamin A: 497IUVitamin C: 0.1mgCalcium: 63mgIron: 0.1mg
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