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No-Bake Lucky Charms Cheesecake

This no-bake cheesecake, centered around the nostalgic marshmallows from Lucky Charms cereal, combines a crunchy graham cracker crust with a silky, airy filling, perfect for parties or a weeknight treat.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Total Time 2 hours
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Dessert, Party Treat
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Crust Ingredients
  • 1.5 cups Graham cracker crumbs Finely pulsed for better texture.
  • 1/3 stick Butter, melted Use fully melted for even packing.
  • 2 Tablespoons Sugar Added to crust for sweetness.
Filling Ingredients
  • 4 packages (8 ounces each) Cream cheese, softened Full-fat brick-style for best results.
  • 1/2 cup Heavy cream Partially chilled for better whipping.
  • 1 cup Granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup Powdered sugar
  • 4 ounces Instant Vanilla Jello pudding See article for brand recommendation.
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
  • 1 tablespoon Lemon juice, fresh squeezed
  • 1 box Lucky Charms Cereal Use original for the best flavor.
  • 1 can Vanilla frosting For decoration

Method
 

Prepare the Crust
  1. Pulse graham crackers in a food processor until finely ground. Add 2 tablespoons of sugar and melted butter, pulsing until the mixture resembles wet sand. Press it firmly into a parchment-lined 7-inch springform pan and freeze briefly.
Chill the Crust
  1. Freeze the pressed crust for at least 10-15 minutes to firm up.
Make the Filling Base
  1. In a stand mixer, beat the softened cream cheese and heavy cream until smooth. Add the instant vanilla pudding mix and mix until thickening begins.
Sweeten the Filling
  1. Add granulated sugar, powdered sugar, vanilla extract, and lemon juice. Beat on high until the filling is light and airy.
Fold in Marshmallows
  1. Gently fold in 20-30 Lucky Charms marshmallows into the filling.
Assemble and Freeze
  1. Spoon the filling over the frozen crust, smooth the top, and freeze for at least 2 hours.
Decorate and Serve
  1. Release the cheesecake from the pan. Pipe vanilla frosting around the edge and garnish with additional Lucky Charms marshmallows.

Notes

Chill ingredients before use. Use room-temperature cream cheese for the best results.