Here’s a delicious no‑bake twist on cheesecake Rice Krispies Treats as a crust, topped with creamy cheesecake filling. Perfect for beating the heat and delighting dessert lovers!
📋 Basic No‑Bake Cheesecake Rice Krispies Treats
Ingredients (yields ~8–10 servings):
Crust:
- 6 cups Rice Krispies
- ¼ cup (60 g) salted butter
- 10 oz mini marshmallows (~3 cups)
Filling:
- 8 oz cream cheese, room temperature
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 7 oz marshmallow fluff
- 8 oz Cool Whip, thawed
Garnish: whipped cream and extra mini Rice Krispies squares
Directions:
- Crust: Grease a 9‑ or 10‑inch springform pan. Melt butter and marshmallows over low heat, stir in cereal, then press into pan to form a crust with sides. Chill ~20 min.
- Filling: Beat cream cheese, sugar, and vanilla until smooth. Mix in marshmallow fluff, then fold in Cool Whip.
- Assemble: Spread filling into crust, smooth top. Pipe whipped cream around edges and garnish with cubed Rice Krispies treats.
- Chill: Refrigerate at least 2 hours, or until set.
Variations & Tweaks
- Toasted Marshmallow Style: Add a swirl of toasted marshmallow fluff or briefly broil the top for a golden finish, per many “toasted” adaptations .
- Fruit‑Topped Bars: Make individual bars using a gelatin‑stabilized cream cheese layer with sour cream and berries on top, as seen in Little Sweet Baker’s version
- Lemon Twist: Swap flavor with lemon juice, condensed milk, and white chocolate drizzle for a sunny twist
- Pumpkin Variation: For the colder months, mix pumpkin puree, brown sugar, and spices into the filling .
Tips for Success
- Use a springform pan for easy release.
- Press crust firmly evenly to avoid crumble.
- Cool filling thoroughly for clean slices—overnight chill is ideal.
- Cool Whip lends stability—real whipped cream may deflate over time
- Get creative with garnishes—chocolate drizzle, fruit compote, or toffee bits take it up a notch!
Quick Timeline
| Step | Time |
|---|---|
| Crust prep & chill | ~30 min |
| Filling prep | ~10 min |
| Chill to set | 2–4 hr+ |
| Total | ~3 hr+ |