Pink Paradise: No-Bake M&M Snickers Cheesecake

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Pink Snickers Delight is a cheerful no-bake dessert packed with creamy pink filling, hidden Snickers bits, and M&Ms. It's hassle-free to make, from the chocolate cookie base to the playful toppings of whipped cream, extra candy, and more Snickers chunks. Chill and serve for a festive, sweet treat that’s a party hit!

Casey
Updated on Mon, 05 May 2025 23:39:01 GMT
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Candy Lover's Dream: No-Bake Snickers M&M Cheesecake brings joy to every table! This eye-catching treat combines velvety pink chocolate filling packed with chunks of Snickers and colorful M&Ms on a crunchy chocolate base. It's the perfect sweet creation for gatherings without needing an oven.

INGREDIENTS
  • Unsalted butter: ⅓ cup, melted
  • Chocolate cookie crumbs: 1 ½ cups (crushed Oreos or graham crackers work great)
  • Semi-sweet chocolate chips: 2 cups
  • Cream cheese: 3 (8 oz) packages, softened
  • Powdered sugar: 1 cup
  • Vanilla extract: 1 tsp
  • Heavy cream: ½ cup
  • Pink food coloring: liquid or gel, add to reach your favorite shade
  • Chopped Snickers bars: 1 cup (keep some extra for topping if you want)
  • M&Ms: for decoration
  • Whipped cream: for topping
  • Chopped Snickers bars: if you'd like, for sprinkling on top
INSTRUCTIONS
Step 17:
Top with swirls of whipped cream, sprinkle with M&Ms and extra Snickers chunks for that wow factor.
Step 16:
Take the set cheesecake out of the springform pan carefully.
Step 15:
Wrap with plastic and let it chill in the fridge for at least 4 hours or until it's totally firm.
Step 14:
Spread your pink mixture over your cold crust and smooth the top flat.
Step 13:
Mix the stiff whipped cream into the pink chocolate blend with gentle folding motions, taking care not to stir too much.
Step 12:
Beat the heavy cream in a separate bowl until it forms stiff peaks.
Step 11:
Pour your pink-tinted mixture back into the main bowl, stirring after each addition until you get that perfect pink hue.
Step 10:
Take a small amount of the chocolate mix and stir in a few drops of pink coloring in a separate bowl.
Step 9:
Add the Snickers pieces into the chocolate mixture with a gentle hand.
Step 8:
Pour the slightly cooled chocolate into your cream cheese mix while beating until everything's combined nicely.
Step 7:
Using an electric mixer, beat together cream cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla until it's fluffy and lump-free.
Step 6:
Let the melted chocolate cool down a bit before moving forward.
Step 5:
Melt the chocolate chips in a pot over medium heat, constantly stirring so they don't burn.
Step 4:
Put the crust in the fridge for at least 30 minutes to harden up.
Step 3:
Push the crumb mix firmly into the bottom of your springform pan to create the base.
Step 2:
Mix the crumbs with the melted butter until everything's coated.
Step 1:
Turn your chocolate cookies into fine crumbs using a food processor or crush them in a bag with a rolling pin.
Serving and Storage Tips
  • This cheesecake stays fresh in the fridge for up to 5 days if you keep it covered.
  • Bring this colorful treat to your next get-together for a showstopping dessert everyone will talk about.
Helpful Notes
  • Gel food coloring works best if you want a really bright pink color.
  • Feel free to swap in milk or dark chocolate chips if that's more your style.

Tips from Well-Known Chefs

  • Chef Christina Tosi thinks adding a pinch of sea salt to the base makes the whole dessert taste even better.
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Pink Paradise: No-Bake M&M Snickers Cheesecake

Pink Snickers Delight combines creamy pink chocolate goodness, Snickers chunks, and colorful M&Ms on a cookie crust. It's easy, no-bake, and perfect for any gathering!

Prep Time
25 Minutes
Cook Time
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Total Time
25 Minutes
By: Casey


Difficulty: Intermediate

Cuisine: American

Yield: 12 Servings (1 cheesecake)

Dietary: Vegetarian

Ingredients

01 1 cup powdered sugar.
02 Pink food coloring (use gel or liquid).
03 3 (8 oz) cream cheese packs, softened.
04 ½ cup heavy cream.
05 ⅓ cup melted unsalted butter.
06 1 cup chopped Snickers bars (save some extra for topping).
07 2 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips.
08 Whipped cream (topping).
09 Chopped Snickers bars (optional for garnish).
10 1 ½ cups graham cracker crumbs (or crushed Oreos).
11 M&Ms (optional decorative topping).
12 1 tsp vanilla extract.

Instructions

Step 01

Smash cookies into crumbs with a rolling pin while sealed in a sturdy bag, or use a food processor to grind them up.

Step 02

Stir together the crumbs and melted butter until well blended.

Step 03

Firmly press the crumb mixture onto the bottom of your springform pan.

Step 04

Put the pan in the fridge and let the crust chill for about 30 minutes.

Step 05

Melt the chocolate chips over medium heat in a pan while stirring continuously so they don’t burn.

Step 06

Take the pan off the stove and let the melted chocolate cool down a bit.

Step 07

Use an electric mixer to beat cream cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla until silky and smooth.

Step 08

Slowly add the cooled chocolate to the whipped cream cheese, mixing until everything’s smooth.

Step 09

Gently mix the chopped Snickers into your creamy chocolate mix.

Step 10

In a small bowl, mix a little of the chocolate filling with a few drops of pink food coloring and stir well.

Step 11

Gradually stir the pink mix back into the main filling until you’re happy with the color.

Step 12

Whip the heavy cream until stiff peaks form.

Step 13

Carefully mix the whipped cream into the pink filling until just blended, making sure not to overdo it.

Step 14

Pour the pink filling onto the crust, then smooth the surface with a spatula.

Step 15

Cover the pan with plastic wrap and let it chill in the fridge for at least 4 hours, or until firm.

Step 16

Take the cheesecake out of the pan once it’s completely set.

Step 17

Top with whipped cream, M&Ms, and extra Snickers chunks if you want.

Notes

  1. This is a simple no-bake treat that’s great for gatherings.
  2. For bolder colors, go for gel food coloring.
  3. If possible, let it chill overnight to fully set.

Nutrition Facts (Per Serving)

It is important to consider this information as approximate and not to use it as definitive health advice.
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