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No-Bake Unicorn Cheesecake

No-Bake Unicorn Cheesecake: A Magical, Colorful Dessert


  • Author: Lara Smith
  • Total Time: 40 mins

Description

Dive into a whimsical dessert experience with this vibrant and magical no-bake cheesecake!


Ingredients

Scale

For the Crust:

2 cups digestive cookie crumbs

113g (½ cup) melted butter

1 tablespoon powdered sugar

½ teaspoon fine sea salt

For the Filling:

16 oz cream cheese, room temperature (two 8 oz packages)

½ cup sugar

Zest and juice of 1 lemon

1 tablespoon pure vanilla extract

½ teaspoon salt

¼ cup sour cream or labneh

1 cup heavy cream

Food coloring (Purple, Fuchsia, Teal) as needed

Edible glitter for garnish


Instructions

Prepare the Crust:

 

Combine cookie crumbs, melted butter, powdered sugar, and salt. Press into the bottom and sides of a tart pan. Freeze until set.

 

Make the Filling:

 

Beat cream cheese, sugar, lemon zest and juice, vanilla, and salt until smooth. Mix in sour cream.

 

In a separate bowl, whip the heavy cream, then fold into the cream cheese mixture. Divide and tint with food coloring.

 

Assemble the Cheesecake:

 

Layer the tinted fillings into the crust. Swirl gently with a knife. Chill overnight.

 

Garnish and Serve:

 

Before serving, sprinkle with edible glitter.

Notes

Swirling: Use a butter knife or toothpick to create intricate swirls without overmixing the filling.

Setting: Ensure the cheesecake is fully set to enhance its texture and make it easier to slice.

Serving: Serve chilled and pair with fresh berries or whipped cream for extra decadence.