Description
This Rainbow Chip Cookie No Bake Cheesecake is a delightful and colorful dessert that combines creamy cheesecake filling with crunchy mini Rainbow Chips Ahoy cookies, all nestled in a buttery shortbread crust. Easy to prepare without baking, it’s perfect for a quick and festive treat that sets in the fridge for just two hours.
Ingredients
Cheesecake Filling
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1 cup Cool Whip
- 1 cup crushed mini Rainbow Chips Ahoy Cookies
Crust and Topping
- 1 shortbread pie crust
- 1/2 cup mini Rainbow Chips Ahoy Cookies (for topping)
- 1/2 tablespoon chocolate sprinkles
Instructions
- Cream the Base: In a large mixing bowl, use an electric mixer to cream together the softened cream cheese, granulated sugar, brown sugar, and vanilla extract until the mixture is smooth and creamy.
- Crush Cookies: Place 1 cup of mini Chips Ahoy cookies into a Ziploc bag and crush them finely using a rolling pin to create cookie crumbs.
- Combine Crushed Cookies and Cool Whip: Pour the crushed cookies and the Cool Whip into the cream cheese mixture in the bowl.
- Fold Ingredients: Gently fold the crushed cookies and Cool Whip into the cream cheese mixture using a rubber spatula until evenly incorporated.
- Fill the Crust: Pour the combined cheesecake mixture into the shortbread pie crust and spread it evenly with a spatula to create a smooth surface.
- Add Cookie Topping: Arrange the remaining 1/2 cup of mini Chips Ahoy cookies around the edge of the cheesecake mixture on top to add decorative crunch.
- Sprinkle Chocolate: Lightly sprinkle 1/2 tablespoon of chocolate sprinkles over the top of the cheesecake for added texture and visual appeal.
- Chill and Set: Cover the entire pie and refrigerate for two hours to allow the cheesecake to set properly before serving.
- Serve: Slice the chilled cheesecake and enjoy this creamy, colorful dessert.
Notes
- Ensure cream cheese is at room temperature for easy mixing.
- Use a rubber spatula to fold ingredients carefully to maintain the airy texture.
- Refrigerate fully to help the cheesecake firm up before slicing.
- Shortbread pie crust can be homemade or store-bought for convenience.
- Store leftovers covered in the fridge for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American