Description
A colorful and playful Fruity Pebbles Cheesecake combining a marshmallow and fruity pebble crust with a creamy, flavored cheesecake filling. This no-bake dessert is perfect for a fun celebration or a sweet treat, chilling in the fridge for 8 hours to set.
Ingredients
Crust
- 5 cups mini marshmallows
- 1/2 cup salted butter
- 5 cups Fruity Pebbles cereal
Cheesecake Filling
- 3 bricks (24 oz) cream cheese
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 1/4 cup heavy cream
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon raspberry extract
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup Fruity Pebbles cereal
Instructions
- Prepare the pan: Line the bottom and sides of a 9-inch springform pan with parchment paper and set aside to prevent sticking and for easy removal of the cheesecake.
- Make the crust: In a large microwave-safe bowl, combine the mini marshmallows and salted butter. Microwave for 1-2 minutes until melted, stirring to create a smooth mixture.
- Add Fruity Pebbles to the crust: Stir in 5 cups of Fruity Pebbles into the melted marshmallow mixture, coating well. Press this mixture evenly into the bottom and up the sides of the prepared pan to form the crust.
- Beat cream cheese and sugar: Using a stand mixer with the paddle attachment, beat the cream cheese and sugar at medium speed for 2 minutes until smooth and creamy. Scrape down the bowl sides to ensure even mixing.
- Incorporate flavorings and cream: Add the heavy cream, lemon juice, vanilla extract, and raspberry extract to the cream cheese mixture. Mix until all ingredients are combined smoothly.
- Add cornstarch and salt: Mix in cornstarch and salt until fully incorporated, which helps stabilize the cheesecake filling.
- Fold in Fruity Pebbles: Remove the bowl from the mixer and gently fold in 1 cup of Fruity Pebbles using a rubber spatula, distributing the cereal evenly without crushing.
- Fill the crust: Spoon the cheesecake filling into the crust and smooth the top evenly.
- Chill to set: Cover the cheesecake and refrigerate for 8 hours or overnight to allow it to firm up properly.
- Serve and garnish: Before serving, top with additional Fruity Pebbles cereal for extra color and crunch if desired.
Notes
- Press the crust firmly into the pan to prevent it from crumbling when serving.
- Be gentle when folding in the Fruity Pebbles into the cheesecake filling to keep cereal pieces intact.
- Let the cheesecake chill at least 8 hours for best results; overnight chilling is ideal.
- Use full-fat cream cheese and heavy cream for a rich and creamy texture.
- Make sure to line the pan with parchment to avoid sticking and for easier removal.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American