No-Bake Funfetti Oreo Birthday Cake Cheesecake: An Easy Celebration!
Whip up a festive No-Bake Funfetti Oreo Birthday Cake Cheesecake! This easy recipe features a birthday cake Oreo crust, a creamy Funfetti cheesecake filling, and requires no oven time.
Ingredients
(US Customary provided first, Metric/Grams in parentheses) IMPORTANT SAFETY NOTE: Raw cake mix can contain harmful bacteria. Heat-treat the Funfetti cake mix before using it in the no-bake filling. Spread dry mix on a baking sheet and bake at 350°F (175°C) for 5-7 minutes, or microwave until it reaches 165°F (74°C). Cool completely.
For the crust:
- 25 Golden Birthday Cake Oreos
- 2–3 tbsp sprinkles
- 1/4 cup (56g) butter, melted
For the filling:
- 24 oz (678g) cream cheese, room temperature
- 1/2 cup (104g) granulated sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup Funfetti cake mix, HEAT-TREATED & COOLED
- 2 tbsp milk
- 8 oz Cool Whip (or 1.5 cups homemade stabilized whipped cream), thawed
- 1 1/2 cups (162g) Golden Birthday Cake Oreo crumbs (from about 16 Oreos)
- 7–10 Golden Birthday Cake Oreos, chopped
- 6 tbsp sprinkles
For the whipped cream topping:
- 3/4 cup (180ml) heavy whipping cream, cold
- 6 tbsp (44g) powdered sugar, sifted
- 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
- Golden Birthday Cake Oreo crumbs, optional for garnish
- Golden Birthday Cake Oreos, cut in half, optional for garnish
Instructions
1. Make the Oreo Crust:
- In a food processor, pulse the 25 Golden Birthday Cake Oreos until they form fine crumbs.
- Add 2-3 tablespoons of sprinkles and the melted butter. Pulse until the mixture is evenly moistened and resembles wet sand.
- Press the crumb mixture firmly and evenly onto the bottom and slightly up the sides of a 9-inch springform pan.
- Place the crust in the freezer to chill and firm up while you prepare the filling, at least 15-20 minutes.
2. Make the Funfetti Cheesecake Filling:
- In a large bowl, using an electric mixer, beat the room temperature cream cheese on medium speed until completely smooth and free of lumps.
- Add the granulated sugar and 1 tsp vanilla extract; beat again until smooth and combined.
- Beat in the heat-treated and cooled Funfetti cake mix and the 2 tablespoons of milk until fully incorporated. Scrape down the sides of the bowl.
- Gently fold in the thawed Cool Whip (or homemade whipped cream) until no streaks remain.
- Fold in the 1 1/2 cups Oreo crumbs, the chopped Oreos, and the 6 tablespoons of sprinkles.
3. Assemble the Cheesecake:
- Pour the Funfetti cheesecake filling into the chilled Oreo crust.
- Smooth the top with an offset spatula or the back of a spoon.
4. Chill Until Firm:
- Cover the cheesecake loosely with plastic wrap (try not to let it touch the surface) or place it in a cake carrier.
- Refrigerate for at least 6-8 hours, or preferably overnight, until the cheesecake filling is completely firm and set. This is crucial for a no-bake recipe.
5. Make the Whipped Cream Topping:
- Just before serving, or up to a few hours before, prepare the topping. In a chilled bowl, beat the cold heavy whipping cream with an electric mixer on medium-high speed until soft peaks form.
- Gradually add the sifted powdered sugar and 1/2 tsp vanilla extract. Continue beating until stiff peaks form. Be careful not to overbeat into butter.
6. Decorate and Serve:
- Carefully run a thin knife or offset spatula around the edge of the cheesecake to loosen it from the springform pan. Release and remove the pan sides.
- Spread the homemade whipped cream over the top of the chilled cheesecake.
- Garnish with additional Golden Birthday Cake Oreo crumbs and halved Oreos, if desired. Add more sprinkles if you like!
- Slice and serve immediately. Keep leftovers refrigerated.