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Cotton Candy Cheesecake

Irresistible Cotton Candy Cheesecake - Easy No-Bake Magic

This Cotton Candy Cheesecake is a nostalgic no-bake dessert that combines delightful flavors and vibrant colors to captivate both children and adults.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Chill Time 4 hours
Total Time 4 hours 20 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Dessert
Calories: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Crust
  • 1.5 cups crushed graham crackers can substitute with gluten-free options
  • 0.5 cups unsalted butter melted
  • 0.25 cups granulated sugar
For the Filling
  • 16 oz cream cheese softened
  • 0.5 cups granulated sugar for filling
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 teaspoon cotton candy flavoring adjust to taste
  • 4 drops gel food coloring (pink)
  • 4 drops gel food coloring (blue)
  • 2 cups whipped topping or whipped cream
For the Toppings
  • 1 cup optional extra whipped topping
  • 1 cup cotton candy pieces
  • 0.5 cups sprinkles

Equipment

  • Springform pan
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Electric mixer

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Cotton Candy Cheesecake
  1. Combine crushed graham crackers, melted butter, and granulated sugar until mixed. Press into the bottom of a springform pan and refrigerate for 15 minutes.
  2. Beat softened cream cheese and granulated sugar in a large bowl until smooth. Add vanilla extract and cotton candy flavoring, then fold in whipped topping.
  3. Divide the filling into two bowls. Add pink gel food coloring to one and blue to the other. Spoon dollops over the crust, alternating colors.
  4. Cover and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or freeze for 1-2 hours until set.
  5. Remove cheesecake from the pan, top with whipped topping, cotton candy pieces, and sprinkles. Slice and serve.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 4gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 9gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 45mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 120mgFiber: 1gSugar: 25gVitamin A: 500IUCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Ensure cream cheese is softened for easy mixing and avoid using real cotton candy in the filling to maintain texture. Chill longer if possible.

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