Description
Lucky Charms cheesecake bars offer a playful twist on classic desserts with marshmallow magic. Colorful marshmallow pieces and creamy cheesecake blend perfectly for a delightful treat you’ll savor with each nostalgic bite.
Ingredients
Scale
Cereal Base:
- 4 cups Lucky Charms cereal
- 1/4 cup (57 grams) butter
- 4 cups mini marshmallows
Cheesecake Filling:
- 16 ounces (454 grams) cream cheese, room temperature
- 1/3 cup (67 grams) granulated sugar
- 2 cups (480 milliliters) heavy whipping cream
- 2 teaspoons lemon juice
- Green food coloring, to taste
Toppings:
- Lucky Charms cereal marshmallows
- Sprinkles
Instructions
- Prepare a 9×9-inch square pan by lining it with parchment paper for easy removal. This will ensure your bars come out cleanly.
- Melt butter in a large saucepan over low heat, then add marshmallows. Stir continuously until completely smooth and integrated, cooking for approximately two minutes.
- Remove marshmallow mixture from heat and fold in Lucky Charms cereal, ensuring every piece is thoroughly coated with the sticky mixture.
- Transfer the cereal mixture into the prepared pan, pressing firmly and evenly across the bottom using a spatula or clean hands to create a compact base.
- Allow the cereal base to cool completely at room temperature, which prevents moisture interference with the cheesecake layer.
- In a separate mixing bowl, blend cream cheese and lemon juice until smooth and creamy using an electric mixer.
- Gradually incorporate heavy whipping cream, beating until the mixture thickens and develops a luxurious texture.
- Gradually add sugar while continuing to mix, whipping until stiff, voluminous peaks form.
- Introduce green food coloring, mixing until the desired pastel shade is achieved.
- Carefully spread the cheesecake mixture over the cooled cereal base, ensuring an even distribution.
- Freeze the assembled dessert for 4-6 hours, preferably overnight, to allow complete setting.
- Before serving, separate marshmallow pieces from remaining cereal for topping.
- Garnish the chilled cheesecake with reserved marshmallows and optional sprinkles.
- Slice into neat squares and serve immediately for the best texture and flavor.
Notes
- Chill the pan beforehand to help the marshmallow base set faster and create a more compact crust.
- Use room temperature cream cheese to ensure a smoother, lump-free filling that blends seamlessly.
- Opt for vegetarian marshmallows if preparing for guests with dietary restrictions, ensuring inclusive enjoyment.
- Swap green food coloring with natural alternatives like matcha powder for a healthier, vibrant color option.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Desserts, Snacks
- Method: None
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 12
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 16 g
- Sodium: 150 mg
- Fat: 22 g
- Saturated Fat: 13 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 26 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 3 g
- Cholesterol: 70 mg