Cotton Candy Cheesecake is a whimsical, colorful dessert that combines the rich, creamy texture of cheesecake with the nostalgic sweetness of cotton candy. This no-bake treat features a crunchy graham cracker crust and layers of vibrant cheesecake in blue, yellow, and pink, making it a show-stopping dessert for birthdays, celebrations, or simply indulging in a fun, playful treat.
Ingredients:
For the Crust:
- 2 sleeves graham crackers, crushed into fine crumbs
- 1 heaping tablespoon sugar
- 1 stick butter, melted
For the Cheesecake Filling:
- 4 (8-ounce) packages cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup heavy cream, whipped
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon Berry Blue JELLO
- 1 tablespoon Cherry JELLO
- 1 tablespoon Lemon JELLO
- 1 cup boiling water
- Cotton candy, for garnish
Instructions:
- Prepare the Crust:
- Crush the graham crackers into fine crumbs using a blender or food processor.
- Mix in sugar and melted butter, stirring until well combined.
- Press the mixture firmly into a parchment-lined springform pan and place in the freezer to set.
- Whip the Cream:
- In a mixing bowl, beat heavy cream and 1 tablespoon sugar on medium speed until the cream thickens.
- Increase the speed to high and whip until stiff peaks form.
- Transfer the whipped cream to a bowl and refrigerate.
- Prepare the Cheesecake Filling:
- In a separate bowl, beat softened cream cheese on medium speed until smooth.
- Add sugar and blend until fully incorporated.
- Fold in the whipped cream, mixing until completely combined. Refrigerate the mixture.
- Prepare the JELLO Layers:
- Boil 1 cup of water and divide it into three separate bowls.
- Stir Berry Blue JELLO, Cherry JELLO, and Lemon JELLO into each bowl separately, ensuring they dissolve completely.
- Allow the JELLO mixtures to cool to room temperature.
- Color the Cheesecake Filling:
- Divide the cheesecake filling into three separate bowls.
- Stir the Berry Blue JELLO into one bowl, Cherry JELLO into another, and Lemon JELLO into the third.
- Adjust the color intensity by adding more powdered JELLO if needed.
- Layer the Cheesecake:
- Remove the crust from the freezer and spread the blue cheesecake layer evenly over the crust.
- Freeze for 45 minutes or until set.
- Repeat the process with the cherry layer, followed by the lemon layer, freezing each layer before adding the next.
- Final Chill:
- Once all layers are set, freeze the cheesecake for at least 4 hours or overnight for best results.
- Serve and Garnish:
- Remove the cheesecake from the freezer and carefully remove the springform pan.
- Peel off the parchment paper and top with cotton candy for a fun, decorative finish.
Tips for the Best Cotton Candy Cheesecake:
- Use room-temperature cream cheese for a smooth filling.
- Freeze each layer properly to ensure clean, distinct colors.
- Garnish just before serving to prevent the cotton candy from melting.
- Experiment with flavors by using different JELLO varieties.
This Cotton Candy Cheesecake is a dreamy, eye-catching dessert that brings a carnival-inspired twist to a classic treat. You can find more details here. Happy baking! 🎡🍰✨