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Fruity Pebbles No-Bake Cheesecake is a fun and delicious no-bake dessert. The crust is loaded with a mixture of graham crackers and Fruity Pebbles cereal, then topped with a smooth cream cheese and cool whip filling.
My two boys are OBSESSED with Fruity Pebbles cereal, so it was no surprise that they loved this dessert. This Fruity Pebbles No-Bake Cheesecake combines a classic no-bake cheesecake with Fruity Pebbles to create a nostalgic, fun, fruity, and colourful dessert.
If you are team NO OVEN during the summer months, I hear you! There is something so daunting about turning on the oven when it’s a hot summer day, this is when I gravitate towards making no-bake desserts like my No-Bake Biscoff Cheesecake or Peanut Butter Marshmallow Squares.
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Ingredients
Here is a quick overview of the ingredients you’ll need to make my Fruity Pebbles No-Bake Cheesecake. For the exact detailed measurements and ingredients, scroll to the bottom of this page to review my recipe card.
Crust:
- graham crackers
- fruity pebbles
- butter
- sugar
Filling:
- cream cheese
- powdered sugar
- vanilla
- cool whip or whipped cream
Tips before getting started
- Ensure that the cream cheese is at room temperature before you start to make your filling. This will ensure a smooth, creamy, lump free filling to the cheesecake.
- You can use either a food processor to pulse the graham crackers and Fruity Pebbles, or add them to a large ziplock bag, and smash them into a crumble using a rolling pin or meat mallet.
- Be sure to get a sand like texture with both the graham crackers and cereal. The cereal can become soggy if they are left too big.
FAQ’s
Can I use a different type of cereal in this recipe?
Yes! Some recommendations are: Fruit Loops and Cinnamon Toast Crunch. Just be sure to finely pulse them as well.
How long does this last in the fridge?
This will keep fresh in the fridge for up to 3 days.
How long does this cheesecake need to set in the fridge before serving?
At least 6 hours, although I do recommend overnight if possible.
Storing & freezing instructions
Can I freeze this Fruity Pebbles No-Bake Cheesecake?
You can! Allow the cheesecake to sit in the fridge overnight, double wrap with plastic wrap and freeze for up to one month. Thaw in the fridge the day before serving.
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Fruity Pebbles No-Bake Cheesecake
Equipment
- 1 9×13 baking dish or something slightly smaller if you want a thicker no-bake cheesecake
Ingredients
Crust:
- 1½ sleeves graham crackers (13 in total), blended
- 2½ cups fruity pebbles, blended, + more for topping
- 3/4 cup melted butter, unsalted
- 1 tbsp sugar, (if you want it less sweet, you don't need to add the sugar)
Filling:
- 2 packs cream cheese (500 grams total), room temperature
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 2 tsp vanilla
- 4¼ cups cool whip, or whipped cream
Instructions
- Begin by preparing the crust.To a large ziplock bag add the graham crackers and fruity pebbles. Using a meat mallet or rolling pin continuously smash the crackers and cereal until they become a powder. Similar to the consistency of sand.Alternatively, you can use a food processor.
- To a medium sized bowl, add the graham crackers, fruity pebbles, butter and sugar. Mix to combine until the consistency feels like wet sand.
- Transfer the mixture to a lightly sprayed or buttered 9×13 baking dish. You can also use a slightly smaller baking dish if you want a thicker no-bake cheesecake.
- Using the back of a measuring cup, firmly press the mixture into the pan so that it holds its shape.Let cool in the fridge while you prepare the filling.
- To a large mixing bowl, add the cream cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla.
- Using a hand mixer, blend to combine until the mixture is smooth and no lumps remain.
- Using a spatula, fold in the cool whip or whipping cream one cup at a time and gently mix to combine.
- Pour the filling over the crust, and spread it out evenly.
- Cover the cheesecake with plastic wrap and let cool in the fridge for at least 6 hours, ideally overnight.
- Just before serving, top with more fruity pebbles.Sammy's tip: topping just before serving with more fruity pebbles will ensure the topping doesn't become soggy.
- Using a sharp knife, cut into slices and serve!
Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.
