Description

This No-Bake M&M’s Caramel Cheesecake Bars recipe is a delightful and indulgent dessert that combines a crunchy graham cracker crust with a creamy, sweet cheesecake filling loaded with chopped Snickers bars and mini M&M’s, topped with more candies and drizzled chocolate and caramel sauces. Easy to prepare and perfect for any occasion, these bars require no baking and chill to set, resulting in a rich and satisfying treat.

Ingredients

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For the Crust:

1 1/2 cups (150g) crushed graham crackers or digestive biscuits
1/4 cup (50g) granulated sugar
6 tablespoons (85g) unsalted butter, melted

For the Cheesecake Filling:

16 oz (450g) cream cheese, softened
1 cup (240ml) heavy cream
1/2 cup (100g) granulated sugar
1/2 cup (80g) packed brown sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 cup (200g) chopped Snickers bars (about 4-5 small bars)
1/2 cup (85g) mini M&M’s

For the Topping:

1/2 cup (80g) mini M&M’s
1/2 cup (80g) chopped Snickers bars
1/4 cup (60g) chocolate sauce or hot fudge
1/4 cup (60g) caramel sauce

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Instructions

Mix Crust Ingredients: In a bowl, combine the crushed graham crackers, granulated sugar, and melted butter. Mix until the mixture resembles wet sand.
Press Into Pan: Press the mixture evenly into the bottom of a 9-inch (23 cm) springform pan or pie dish, creating a firm, even layer.
Chill Crust: Place the crust in the refrigerator to chill while you prepare the cheesecake filling.
Beat Cream Cheese: In a large bowl, beat the softened cream cheese until smooth and creamy.
Add Sugars and Vanilla: Mix in the granulated sugar, brown sugar, and vanilla extract until well combined.
Whip Cream: In another bowl, whip the heavy cream until stiff peaks form.
Fold in Cream: Gently fold the whipped cream into the cream cheese mixture until fully incorporated.
Add Snickers and M&M’s: Fold in the chopped Snickers bars and mini M&M’s.
Fill Crust: Pour the cheesecake filling over the chilled crust and smooth the top with a spatula.
Refrigerate: Cover and refrigerate the cheesecake for at least 4 hours, or until set. Overnight is best for the flavors to meld.
Chop Snickers: Chop additional Snickers bars into small pieces.
Prepare Sauces: If needed, warm the chocolate and caramel sauces slightly to make them easier to drizzle.
Top Cheesecake: Once the cheesecake is set, spread the mini M&M’s and chopped Snickers bars evenly over the top.
Drizzle Sauces: Drizzle the chocolate sauce and caramel sauce over the cheesecake.
Serve: Slice and enjoy!

Notes

This cheesecake requires refrigeration to set; for best results, chill overnight.
Graham crackers can be substituted with digestive biscuits or other plain cookies.
Use full-fat cream cheese and heavy cream for the best texture and taste.
You can warm caramel and chocolate sauces slightly to make drizzling easier but do not overheat.
Use a springform pan for easier removal, but a pie dish also works.
For a nut-free version, omit the Snickers bars and increase the M&M’s or add other candy pieces.