Description
Sweet layers of creamy no-bake birthday cake delight dance with nostalgic sprinkle-studded charm, promising pure celebration in every delectable bite. Childhood memories merge with grown-up sophistication, inviting you to savor this effortless dessert that delights without heating up the kitchen.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 2 cups graham cracker crumbs
- 1/2 cup (113 grams) unsalted butter, melted
- 1/4 cup (50 grams) granulated sugar
Sweeteners and Flavor Enhancers:
Binding and Texture Ingredients:
Instructions
- Craft a robust foundation by blending graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and sugar until uniformly textured.
- Transfer the crumb mixture into a 9-inch dish, pressing firmly to create a compact, even base layer.
- Using an electric mixer, whip cream cheese and butter until achieving a silky, homogeneous consistency.
- Incrementally incorporate powdered sugar, thoroughly mixing after each addition to prevent lumps.
- Introduce vanilla extract, heavy cream, and yellow cake mix, stirring until the filling transforms into a smooth, velvety mixture.
- Carefully distribute the prepared filling across the graham cracker foundation, ensuring uniform coverage.
- Apply whipped topping either by gently folding into the filling or layering it separately on top.
- Embellish the surface with a vibrant cascade of multicolored sprinkles and optional chopped maraschino cherries.
- Refrigerate the dessert for a minimum of 4 hours, allowing it to solidify and develop rich, creamy texture.
- When ready to serve, slice into 12 precise squares and present chilled for maximum enjoyment.
Notes
- Customize the base by substituting graham crackers with gluten-free alternatives like almond flour or crushed gluten-free cookies for those with dietary restrictions.
- Reduce sugar content by using sugar-free cake mix and low-fat cream cheese for a lighter version of the dessert.
- Create dairy-free variations by replacing cream cheese with coconut cream and using plant-based butter alternatives.
- Elevate presentation by using silicone molds or individual serving glasses for a more elegant and personalized dessert experience.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 4 hours
- Category: Desserts
- Method: Chilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 8
- Calories: 194
- Sugar: 5 g
- Sodium: 53 mg
- Fat: 9 g
- Saturated Fat: 5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 26 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 2 g
- Cholesterol: 15 mg