No Bake Frosted Animal Cookie Cheesecake Recipe

ByJeannette Jaeger
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Introduction

This No Bake Frosted Animal Cookie Cheesecake is a fun and easy dessert that combines the sweet crunch of frosted animal cookies with a creamy, pink cheesecake filling. Perfect for a quick treat or a party dessert, it requires no oven and sets in the fridge for a delightful finish.

A square two-layer dessert piece is shown on a white plate with a white marbled texture surface underneath. The bottom layer is crumbly and dense with a rough texture in a pink color speckled with small colorful bits. The top layer is a thick, creamy, light pink mousse with a smooth surface and some vertical textured marks along the sides. There are small round colorful sprinkles scattered on the top cream layer and a few sprinkles spilled on the plate around it. In the background, there is a blurred glass and a silver fork. photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Ingredients

  • 11 ounces frosted animal cookies (about 1¼ bags), plus more for topping*
  • ½ cup unsalted butter, melted (1 stick)
  • 1 tablespoon granulated sugar
  • 16 ounces cream cheese, room temperature (2 bricks)
  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
  • 1 cup pink candy melts (or white chocolate chips)
  • Pink food coloring (optional)
  • Rainbow sprinkles (optional, for topping)

Instructions

  1. Step 1: Prepare an 8×8-inch baking pan by lining it with parchment paper, allowing the ends to overlap by about an inch for easy removal later.
  2. Step 2: Crush the frosted animal cookies into a fine powder using a food processor or by placing them in a large Ziplock bag and crushing with a rolling pin.
  3. Step 3: In a bowl, stir together the crushed cookies, melted butter, and granulated sugar until the mixture becomes dough-like.
  4. Step 4: Press the cookie mixture firmly into the bottom of the prepared pan, covering all corners evenly. Refrigerate the crust while you prepare the filling.
  5. Step 5: In a stand mixer fitted with a paddle attachment, beat together the cream cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth and creamy.
  6. Step 6: Melt the pink candy melts in a small, microwave-safe bowl, stirring every 20 seconds until smooth.
  7. Step 7: Slowly pour the melted candy melts into the cream cheese mixture while mixing on low speed. Add pink food coloring if a deeper color is desired.
  8. Step 8: Pour the filling over the chilled crust, spreading it evenly to cover the entire base.
  9. Step 9: Refrigerate the cheesecake for 2-3 hours until it sets fully.
  10. Step 10: Before serving, top with additional frosted animal cookies and rainbow sprinkles if desired. Cut into squares and enjoy.

Tips & Variations

  • Use white chocolate chips if you don’t have pink candy melts; just add a few drops of pink food coloring for color.
  • For a crunchier crust, pulse some cookies less finely before mixing with butter.
  • Try substituting rainbow or chocolate sprinkles for a different decorative touch.
  • Allow the cheesecake to set overnight for firmer texture and easier slicing.

Storage

Store the cheesecake covered in the refrigerator for up to 4 days. For best results, keep it tightly wrapped or in an airtight container to prevent it from absorbing fridge odors. Reheat is not recommended since it’s a no-bake chilled dessert.

How to Serve

A square pink cake slice with two visible layers sits on a gray spatula with a wooden handle. The cake has a thick bottom pink sponge layer and a top layer of smooth, light pink frosting covered with small, colorful round sprinkles. In the background, a wooden board holds several more square pieces of the same pink frosted cake, each topped with the same colorful sprinkles. To the left, a white bowl is filled with broken pink and white cookie pieces also decorated with colorful sprinkles, while a bright pink cloth with a white geometric pattern lies underneath part of the spatula. All items are placed on a white marbled surface. photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I use other cookies instead of frosted animal cookies?

Yes, you can use any similar sweet cookies like graham crackers or vanilla wafers, but the frosting on the animal cookies adds a unique sweetness and texture.

Is it necessary to use a stand mixer?

No, a hand mixer or even vigorous whisking by hand can work, but a stand mixer makes the process quicker and ensures a smoother filling.

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No Bake Frosted Animal Cookie Cheesecake Recipe

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This No Bake Frosted Animal Cookie Cheesecake is a delightful and colorful dessert combining a crunchy frosted animal cookie crust with a creamy, pink-hued cream cheese filling. Perfectly sweet and easy to make without an oven, it’s chilled until set and topped with fun rainbow sprinkles for a whimsical finish.

  • Author: Jeannette
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Total Time: 2 hours 20 minutes
  • Yield: 9 servings 1x
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: No-Cook
  • Cuisine: American

Ingredients

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Crust

  • 11 ounces frosted animal cookies (about 1¼ bags), plus more for topping
  • ½ cup unsalted butter (melted, 1 stick)
  • 1 tablespoon granulated sugar

Filling

  • 16 ounces cream cheese (room temperature, 2 bricks)
  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
  • 1 cup pink candy melts
  • Pink food coloring (optional)

Topping

  • Rainbow sprinkles (optional)
  • Additional frosted animal cookies (optional)

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Pan: Line an 8×8-inch baking pan with parchment paper, ensuring the edges overlap by about an inch on the sides for easy removal later.
  2. Crush the Cookies: Using a food processor or heavy-duty Ziplock bag and rolling pin, crush the frosted animal cookies into a fine powder.
  3. Make the Crust: In a bowl, combine the crushed cookies with melted butter and granulated sugar. Stir until the mixture forms a dough-like crumble.
  4. Press the Crust: Press the crumb mixture firmly and evenly into the bottom of the prepared pan, covering every corner. Refrigerate to set while you prepare the filling.
  5. Beat the Cream Cheese Mixture: In a stand mixer fitted with the paddle attachment, beat the room temperature cream cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth and combined.
  6. Melt the Candy Melts: In a microwave-safe bowl, melt the pink candy melts in short intervals, stirring until smooth.
  7. Combine Candy Melts and Cream Cheese: On low mixer speed, slowly pour the melted pink candy melts into the cream cheese mixture. Add pink food coloring if a deeper pink shade is desired. Beat until thoroughly combined.
  8. Assemble the Cheesecake: Pour the filling over the chilled crust, spreading evenly with a spatula to cover the entire crust layer.
  9. Chill Until Set: Refrigerate the cheesecake for 2 to 3 hours, or until firm.
  10. Add Toppings and Serve: Before serving, top the cheesecake with rainbow sprinkles and additional frosted animal cookies if desired. Cut into squares and enjoy.

Notes

  • Use room temperature cream cheese for smoother mixing and better texture in the filling.
  • If pink candy melts are unavailable, white chocolate chips can be used with pink food coloring added.
  • For easy removal, ensure the parchment paper hangs over the edges of the pan.
  • This cheesecake should be stored in the refrigerator and eaten within 3-4 days for freshness.
  • For a firmer crust, you can chill it in the freezer for 15-20 minutes before adding the filling.

Keywords: no bake cheesecake, frosted animal cookie crust, pink cheesecake, easy dessert, colorful cheesecake, party dessert

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