Lucky Charms Cheesecake Bars (Printable View)
Whimsical bars with creamy filling, crunchy crust, and colorful Lucky Charms throughout.
# Ingredient List:
→ Base
01 -
1 cup Lucky Charms cereal, finely crushed
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1 cup graham cracker crumbs (approximately 10 sheets)
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1/4 cup granulated sugar
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5 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
→ Filling
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8 ounces cream cheese, softened to room temperature
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1/2 cup powdered sugar
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1 teaspoon vanilla extract
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1/2 cup heavy whipping cream, cold
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1/2 cup Lucky Charms cereal, whole (oats and marshmallows, for mixing in)
# Preparation Steps:
01 -
Line an 8x8 inch baking pan with parchment paper, leaving an overhang on two opposite sides. Lightly coat with nonstick cooking spray.
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Pulse 1 cup of Lucky Charms cereal in a food processor until fine crumbs form. If unavailable, crush inside a sealed plastic bag using a rolling pin.
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Mix the crushed cereal, graham cracker crumbs, granulated sugar, and melted butter in a medium bowl until thoroughly combined and the texture is similar to wet sand.
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Firmly press the crumb mixture into an even layer in the prepared pan, using the flat bottom of a measuring cup to compact it. Chill the crust in the refrigerator while preparing the filling.
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Using an electric mixer on medium speed, beat the softened cream cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract in a large bowl until smooth and creamy, approximately 2-3 minutes. Scrape down the bowl as needed.
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Beat the cold heavy whipping cream in a separate bowl on high speed until stiff peaks form, about 3-4 minutes.
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Gently fold the whipped cream into the cream cheese mixture using a rubber spatula, keeping the mixture light. Fold until no streaks remain.
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Stir in 1/2 cup of whole Lucky Charms cereal, carefully preserving the marshmallows’ shape.
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Spoon the cheesecake filling over the chilled crust and smooth the top with an offset spatula or the back of a spoon. Tap the pan gently to release air bubbles.
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Cover the pan tightly with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or preferably overnight until the cheesecake is firm for slicing.
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Using the parchment paper overhang, lift the bars out of the pan. Let them stand at room temperature for 10 minutes before cutting.
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Slice into 8 bars using a sharp knife dipped in hot water and cleaned between cuts. Optionally, garnish with additional Lucky Charms marshmallows or drizzle with melted white chocolate before serving.
# Supplementary Details:
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For the cleanest slices, ensure bars are fully chilled and use a hot, dry knife between cuts.