Description
This Rice Krispie Treat Cheesecake recipe is the ultimate no-bake dessert that combines a gooey marshmallow cereal crust with a creamy cheesecake filling. Perfect for birthdays, holidays, or casual get-togethers, it’s a crowd-pleaser that brings nostalgic charm and rich indulgence in every bite. Easy, quick, and deliciously unique, this no-bake cheesecake with Rice Krispies is sure to impress!
Ingredients
3 tablespoons butter
6 cups mini marshmallows
6 cups Rice Krispies cereal
16 ounces cream cheese (room temperature)
1 cup powdered sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
8 ounces whipped topping (like Cool Whip)
Instructions
1. Melt butter in a large pot over low heat.
2. Add mini marshmallows and stir until fully melted and smooth.
3. Remove from heat and fold in the Rice Krispies cereal until coated evenly.
4. Press the mixture into a greased springform pan, forming the base and slightly up the sides. Let it cool.
5. In a separate bowl, beat the cream cheese until smooth.
6. Add powdered sugar and vanilla, mixing until well combined.
7. Gently fold in the whipped topping until light and fluffy.
8. Spread the cheesecake mixture evenly over the cooled crust.
9. Cover and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight.
10. Remove from springform pan, slice, and serve chilled.
Notes
This cheesecake can be frozen in slices—just wrap individually.
Make sure cream cheese is fully softened before mixing to avoid lumps.
Chill thoroughly for clean slicing and best texture.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-bake
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 340
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 240mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 11g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 40mg