Tim Tams are one of Australia’s most iconic biscuits – chocolatey, crunchy, creamy, and absolutely addictive. So when you combine them with smooth cream cheese and coat the mixture in rich melted chocolate, you get something truly irresistible: No-Bake Tim Tam Cheesecake Balls.
These indulgent bite-sized treats are everything a dessert lover could want – creamy like cheesecake, chocolatey like truffles, and incredibly simple to make. They require no baking, no complicated steps, and only a handful of ingredients. With their soft, melt-in-your-mouth texture and decadent chocolate shell, these cheesecake balls are perfect for:
- Christmas platters
- Birthday parties
- Dessert grazing boards
- School events
- Edible gifts
- Freezer-friendly sweet snacks
- Anytime chocolate cravings
This recipe is flexible too – use any flavour of Tim Tams you love (Caramel, Double Coat, White, Dark, Honeycomb, or even the limited-edition flavours). Decorate them with sprinkles, crushed biscuits, glitter, or contrasting chocolate drizzle to suit the occasion.
These No-Bake Tim Tam Cheesecake Balls taste like they came straight from a fancy chocolate shop – but take less than 20 minutes to put together. They’re creamy, smooth, chocolatey, and perfect for gifting or entertaining. One is never enough!
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 packet (200 g) Tim Tams (any flavour – Original and Double Coat work best)
- 250 g cream cheese, softened
- 200 g milk or dark chocolate, melted
- Optional: 1 tsp vanilla extract
Optional Decoration
- Sprinkles
- Crushed Tim Tams
- White chocolate drizzle
- Edible glitter
- Cocoa powder or coconut
Preparation
Step 1: Crush the Tim Tams
Place the Tim Tams into a food processor.
Pulse until they become fine crumbs.
If you don’t have a food processor:
Place biscuits in a zip-lock bag and smash with a rolling pin until very finely crushed.
The finer the crumbs, the smoother your cheesecake balls will be.
Step 2: Combine Tim Tam Crumbs & Cream Cheese
Transfer the crushed Tim Tams to a mixing bowl.
Add the softened cream cheese and optional vanilla extract.
Use a spoon, spatula, or your hands to mix until fully combined.
The mixture should form a soft, sticky dough.
If it feels too soft:
Chill for 10 minutes so it becomes easier to roll.
Step 3: Roll Into Balls
Scoop out tablespoon-sized portions of the dough.
Roll between your palms to create smooth, round balls.
Place them on a lined tray or plate.
Repeat until all mixture is used – you should get 16–20 cheesecake balls, depending on size.
Step 4: Chill the Balls
Refrigerate the rolled balls for 20–30 minutes.
This helps them firm up and prevents them from falling apart when dipped in chocolate.
Step 5: Melt the Chocolate
Place the chopped chocolate in a microwave-safe bowl.
Microwave in 20–30 second bursts, stirring each time, until smooth and fully melted.
Add 1 tsp coconut oil (optional) for a glossy, thin coating.
Step 6: Dip the Cheesecake Balls
Using a fork or dipping tool, dip each chilled cheesecake ball into the melted chocolate.
Let excess chocolate drip off before placing on a baking-paper-lined tray.
Decorate immediately while the chocolate is still wet:
- Sprinkles
- Crushed Tim Tam crumbs
- White chocolate drizzle
- Edible glitter
- Mini chocolate chips
Work quickly – the coating sets fast once the balls are chilled.
Step 7: Chill to Set
Place the tray in the fridge for 30 minutes, or until the chocolate coating is firm.
Once set, transfer to an airtight container.
Variations
1. Double Coat Truffle Balls
Use Double Coat Tim Tams + dip in thick dark chocolate.
2. White Chocolate Cheesecake Balls
Use White Tim Tams and coat in melted white chocolate.
3. Caramel Tim Tam Truffles
Use Caramel Tim Tams and add a drizzle of salted caramel on top.
4. Mint Tim Tam Balls
Use Mint Tim Tams + add ¼ tsp peppermint essence.
5. Mocha Cheesecake Balls
Add 1 tsp espresso powder to the cream cheese mixture.
6. Christmas Version
Decorate with red/green sprinkles and edible glitter.
7. Gluten-Free Version
Use gluten-free chocolate biscuits and cream cheese – taste is still amazing!
Cooking Note
- Always soften cream cheese before mixing – cold cream cheese will form lumps.
- Chill the mixture before rolling if it’s sticky – this makes rolling easier.
- Keep rolled balls refrigerated until dipping in chocolate to prevent melting.
- A fork works well for dipping; tap gently to remove excess chocolate.
- For a thinner chocolate shell, add ½–1 tsp coconut oil to the melted chocolate.
Serving Suggestions
- Serve on a dessert platter with fudge, rocky road, caramel slice, and brownie bites.
- Add to Christmas gift boxes – they look stunning in little paper cups.
- Serve chilled as a post-dinner treat.
- Perfect for birthdays and parties – arrange on decorative trays.
- Dip in dark chocolate and dust with cocoa for a more grown-up dessert.
- Add edible glitter to create party-perfect truffles.
Tips
- Use a small cookie scoop for uniform truffle sizes.
- Wipe hands with a damp cloth between rolling to prevent sticking.
- Do not overheat chocolate – it can seize or become grainy.
- Store chilled in airtight containers; they soften easily at room temperature.
- Freeze cream cheese for 5 minutes before mixing if your kitchen is very warm.
- Place balls on a chilled tray to prevent melting when dipping.
Storage
- Refrigerator: Store in an airtight container for up to 1 week.
- Freezer: Freeze for up to 2 months. Thaw in the fridge for 20 minutes before serving.
- Gift Boxes: Keep chilled until gifting to avoid melting.
Prep Time & Total Time
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Chilling Time: 30–40 minutes
- Total Time: ~1 hour
Nutritional Information (approx. per ball, 1 of 18 pieces)
- Calories: 145
- Protein: 2 g
- Sodium: 60 mg
FAQs
Q: Can I use low-fat cream cheese?
A: Not recommended – it becomes too soft and won’t set as well.
Q: My mixture is too soft to roll. What do I do?
A: Chill for 10–15 minutes to firm up before rolling.
Q: Can I make these ahead of time?
A: Yes – they store very well in the fridge or freezer.
Q: Can I leave off the chocolate coating?
A: Yes! Roll in cocoa, coconut, crushed Tim Tams, or sprinkles instead.
Q: Can I use different biscuits?
A: Yes – Oreos, Mint Slice, or any chocolate-coated biscuits work well.
Conclusion
These No-Bake Tim Tam Cheesecake Balls are the perfect treat for chocolate lovers, dessert platters, Christmas gifting, parties, or just everyday indulgence. Rich, creamy, and irresistibly chocolatey, they combine the flavours of Tim Tams with the smoothness of cheesecake and the crunch of a thick chocolate shell.
With just a few ingredients and no baking required, they offer maximum flavour with minimal effort – a true Aussie sweet favourite. Once you try them, you’ll want to make them again and again for any celebration or craving.
Whether you drizzle them in white chocolate, dust them with cocoa, sprinkle them generously, or leave them silky and smooth, these cheesecake balls will be the star of any dessert table. Easy, decadent, and always a hit – a must-have recipe for your collection.
