Marshmallow Whip Cheesecake Recipe
This Marshmallow Whip Cheesecake is a light and fluffy no-bake dessert combining creamy cream cheese, sweet marshmallow creme, and airy whipped topping in a crunchy graham cracker crust. Perfect for a quick, crowd-pleasing treat with optional garnishes like fresh berries or whipped cream.
- Author: Clara
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 4 hours 15 minutes (including chilling time)
- Yield: 8 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Crust
- 1 (9-inch) graham cracker crust
Filling
- 1 (8 oz) package cream cheese, softened
- 1 (7 oz) jar marshmallow creme
- 1 (8 oz) tub whipped topping (Cool Whip), thawed
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Optional Garnish
- Whipped cream or additional topping
- Fresh berries or chocolate sauce (optional)
- Prepare the Cream Cheese: Beat the softened cream cheese in a mixing bowl until it becomes smooth and fluffy, ensuring there are no lumps.
- Add Marshmallow Creme and Vanilla: Mix the marshmallow creme and vanilla extract into the cream cheese until the ingredients are well combined and smooth.
- Fold in Whipped Topping: Gently fold the thawed whipped topping into the cream cheese mixture until fully incorporated and light in texture.
- Assemble the Cheesecake: Spread the creamy mixture evenly into the prepared 9-inch graham cracker crust, smoothing the top with a spatula.
- Chill: Place the cheesecake in the refrigerator and chill for at least 4 hours or preferably overnight to allow it to set properly.
- Garnish and Serve: Before serving, garnish with whipped cream and optionally fresh berries or a drizzle of chocolate sauce for added flavor and presentation.
Notes
- For extra tang, add a squeeze of lemon juice to the filling when mixing.
- Top with fresh berries or a drizzle of chocolate sauce to elevate the flavor.
- Ensure cream cheese is properly softened to achieve a smooth texture.
- Do not overmix whipped topping to keep the dessert light and airy.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (1/8 of cheesecake)
- Calories: 290 kcal
- Sugar: 22 g
- Sodium: 180 mg
- Fat: 18 g
- Saturated Fat: 7 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 28 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 3 g
- Cholesterol: 30 mg
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