Description
This Delicious Homemade Nutella Cheeseball is a creamy, sweet, and nutty dessert that’s incredibly easy to make. Combining smooth cream cheese with rich Nutella, powdered sugar, and vanilla essence, it’s shaped into a ball and coated with toasted chopped hazelnuts, creating a perfect treat to serve with fresh fruits or crackers for dipping. Ideal for parties or cozy nights in, this no-bake recipe requires minimal prep time and no cooking.
Ingredients
Scale
Base
- 8 oz Cream Cheese (softened to room temperature for easy mixing)
- 1 cup Nutella (use a quality brand for best results)
- 1/2 cup Powdered Sugar (adjust according to desired sweetness)
- 1/2 tsp Vanilla Essence (opt for pure vanilla for best flavor)
Coating
- 1/2 cup Chopped Hazelnuts (toast lightly for enhanced flavor)
To Serve
- Fresh Fruits (choose an assortment for dipping)
- Crackers (choose an assortment for dipping)
Instructions
- Gather Ingredients: Gather all your ingredients on a clean countertop to ensure everything is ready for smooth preparation.
- Mix Cream Cheese and Nutella: In a mixing bowl, combine the softened cream cheese and Nutella, blending them together until the mixture is smooth and creamy without lumps.
- Add Powdered Sugar and Vanilla: Add the powdered sugar and vanilla essence to the bowl, mixing thoroughly until the ingredients are fully incorporated and blended evenly into the mixture.
- Scrape Bowl Sides: Use a spatula to scrape down the sides of the bowl, ensuring that all ingredients are well mixed and nothing is left stuck to the edges.
- Shape the Cheeseball: Spoon the mixture onto a piece of plastic wrap and shape it into a smooth ball, then tightly seal it within the plastic wrap.
- Chill: Refrigerate the wrapped cheeseball for at least 2 hours, allowing it to firm up and develop perfect texture for serving.
- Coat with Hazelnuts: Remove the cheeseball from the refrigerator and unwrap it. Roll it over the toasted chopped hazelnuts until it is fully coated on the outside.
- Garnish and Place: Place the hazelnut-coated cheeseball on a serving platter and optionally garnish with additional hazelnuts or a drizzle of Nutella for extra flair.
- Serve: Serve the cheeseball chilled alongside fresh fruits and an assortment of crackers for dipping and enjoying the rich, nutty flavors.
Notes
- Use room temperature cream cheese for easy mixing and a smooth texture.
- Lightly toast hazelnuts to enhance their flavor and crunch.
- Adjust powdered sugar quantity based on your preferred sweetness level.
- Ensure the cheeseball is chilled adequately to help it hold its shape.
- This recipe contains dairy and nuts; not suitable for vegan or nut-free diets.
- Nutella can be substituted with other chocolate-hazelnut spreads if desired.