No-Bake Cotton Candy Cheesecake
A light, fluffy, no-bake cheesecake bursting with whimsical cotton candy flavor and pastel colors. Perfect for quick preparation, parties, and a fun, nostalgic dessert without needing an oven.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 4 hours 15 minutes (including chilling time)
- Yield: 8 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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Crust
- 1 ½ cups graham cracker crumbs
- 5 tablespoons melted butter
- 1 tablespoon sugar
Filling
- 16 oz (450g) full-fat cream cheese, softened
- ¾ cup sugar (adjustable to taste)
- 1 teaspoon cotton candy flavoring
- 1 cup heavy whipped cream
- 1 tablespoon gelatin or agar-agar (plant-based alternative)
- 2 tablespoons cold water (for blooming gelatin)
- Optional: a few drops of pink or blue food coloring
Instructions
- Prepare the Crust: Crush graham crackers finely, mix with melted butter and sugar, then press firmly into the base of your pan or molds. Chill in the refrigerator until set.
- Soften the Cream Cheese: Remove cream cheese from the fridge early to reach room temperature for smooth mixing and creamy texture.
- Whip the Filling: Beat softened cream cheese with sugar and cotton candy flavor until smooth. In a separate bowl, whip heavy cream to stiff peaks, then gently fold into the cream cheese mixture to keep it light and fluffy.
- Add Gelatin for Stability: Bloom gelatin in cold water, then dissolve gently over low heat. Gradually blend gelatin into the filling to ensure the cheesecake sets firmly.
- Optional Food Coloring: Add a few drops of pink or blue coloring and gently fold to maintain a pastel, airy appearance.
- Assemble and Chill: Pour filling over chilled crust, smooth the top, cover with plastic wrap, and refrigerate at least 4 hours or overnight until fully set and firm.
Notes
- Use full-fat cream cheese for the best flavor and texture.
- Fold whipped cream gently to keep the filling airy.
- Bloom gelatin properly to prevent lumps and ensure perfect setting.
- Chill the crust thoroughly to keep it crisp and avoid sogginess.
- Adjust sugar according to the sweetness intensity of your cotton candy flavoring.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (1/8 of recipe)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 210mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
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