No Bake Candy Cane Cheesecake – an easy no-bake dessert that’s perfect for holiday gatherings. This cheesecake features a graham cracker crust and a creamy peppermint filling.
No Bake Candy Cane Cheesecake
Cheesecake is hard to resist, but traditional recipes can be time consuming. After discovering no-bake cheesecakes, I started making them most of the time because they’re quick and reliable. This recipe blends a classic no-bake cheesecake technique with bright peppermint flavor to create a festive candy cane cheesecake. The homemade graham cracker crust is simple to make, but you can substitute a store-bought crust if you prefer to save time.
Common Questions About No Bake Candy Cane Cheesecake
What is a no-bake candy cane cheesecake?
A no-bake candy cane cheesecake is a chilled dessert made with a graham cracker crust and a peppermint-flavored cream cheese filling. It requires no baking and contains no raw eggs, so it sets in the refrigerator instead of the oven.
How can I decorate this cheesecake?
Pipe whipped cream or whipped topping around the edge with a star tip for a classic look, then sprinkle crushed candy canes over the top for color and crunch.
Can I use a store-bought crust?
Yes. A ready-made graham cracker crust works well and saves time. You can also use a chocolate graham cracker crust or an Oreo crust for a different flavor profile.
Do I need to refrigerate it?
Yes. Because this cheesecake contains dairy, it must be refrigerated. Allow adequate chill time so the filling firms up—at least four hours is recommended.
What other no-bake cheesecake variations can I try?
No-bake cheesecakes are versatile. Popular variations include pumpkin, lemon, chocolate, and Oreo or golden Oreo cheesecakes. Each uses the same basic no-bake filling technique with flavor adjustments.
How many servings does this recipe yield?
This cheesecake yields about 8 slices, depending on portion size.
More easy no-bake holiday desserts
- Cranberry Fluff
- Peppermint Oreo Truffles
- No-Bake Eggnog Pie
- Hot Cocoa Fudge
No Bake Candy Cane Cheesecake
No Bake Candy Cane Cheesecake – an easy no-bake dessert ideal for holiday parties. It combines a graham cracker crust with a creamy peppermint cheesecake filling.
10 minutes
4 hours
4 hours 10 minutes
Ingredients
For the Crust
- 1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs
- 1/4 cup melted butter
- 1 tablespoon granulated sugar
For the Cheesecake
- 2 (8 ounce) bricks cream cheese, softened to room temperature
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 1/4 cup sour cream
- 4 ounces white chocolate, melted
- 1 teaspoon peppermint extract
- Red food coloring (optional)
- 2 cups whipped topping
- 2 tablespoons crushed candy canes
For the Decorations
- Crushed candy canes
- Additional whipped topping
Instructions
- Combine graham cracker crumbs, sugar, and melted butter until the mixture resembles wet sand.
- Press the mixture into a 9″ springform pan and chill in the refrigerator while you prepare the filling.
- In a stand mixer fitted with the paddle attachment, beat the cream cheese and powdered sugar until light and fluffy, about 2 minutes.
- Add the sour cream, melted white chocolate, peppermint extract, and a few drops of red food coloring if desired. Mix until smooth.
- Fold in the whipped topping gently, then stir in the crushed candy canes.
- Spread the filling evenly over the chilled crust and refrigerate for at least 4 hours to set.
- Remove the springform ring, pipe additional whipped topping around the edge if desired, and sprinkle with more crushed candy canes.
- Slice and serve chilled.
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