The Dreamiest No-Bake Dessert
If you’re craving something rich, creamy, and absolutely effortless, you’ll love these Pistachio Cheesecake Truffles. They’re no-bake, bite-sized, and dangerously addictive. Made with cream cheese, honey, vanilla, and crushed pistachios, these little treats strike the perfect balance between nutty and sweet.
They’re ideal for entertaining, gifting, or just sneaking from the fridge one by one. No oven, no stress, just pure indulgence in every bite.
Why You’ll Love These Truffles
- No baking required
- Made with just 6 ingredients
- Creamy inside, crunchy outside
- Gluten-free and vegetarian
- Perfect for parties or gifting
- Total Time: 40 minutes (including chilling)
- Yield: 18 truffles 1x
Description
These no-bake pistachio cheesecake truffles are rich, creamy, and rolled in crunchy pistachios. Perfect for parties or gifting, they’re a bite-sized treat made with real cream cheese, honey, and vanilla. Easy to make and even easier to love!
Ingredients
1 cup cream cheese, softened
1/2 cup honey
1/4 cup powdered sugar
1 tsp vanilla extract
1 tbsp butter, softened
1/2 cup pistachios, finely ground (plus extra for coating)
Instructions
1. In a mixing bowl, beat cream cheese, butter, and honey until smooth.
2. Add vanilla extract and powdered sugar. Mix until fully combined and creamy.
3. Stir in 1/2 cup of ground pistachios.
4. Chill the mixture in the fridge for 1 hour or until firm enough to scoop.
5. Scoop out small portions and roll into 1-inch balls.
6. Roll each ball in additional crushed pistachios to coat.
7. Place truffles on a parchment-lined tray and refrigerate for another 30 minutes to set.
8. Store in an airtight container in the fridge until ready to serve.
Notes
Use roasted unsalted pistachios for best flavor.
You can freeze these for up to 1 month.
Add a pinch of sea salt or cardamom for extra depth.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 truffle
- Calories: 95
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 45mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 0.5g
- Protein: 1.5g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
Helpful Tips
- Make sure the cream cheese is softened for easier mixing.
- Roll with damp hands for a smooth shape.
- Serve chilled for the best texture and flavor.
Final Thoughts
These Creamy Pistachio Cheesecake Truffles are proof that simple can be stunning. They’re luscious, nutty, and loaded with flavor all without ever turning on the oven. Whether you’re hosting or gifting, this recipe is a guaranteed hit.
