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Close-up of Frankenstein Cheesecake decorated with a monster face, a fun and creative Halloween party treat.
Callie Brooks

Frankenstein Cheesecake

This Frankenstein Cheesecake is a spooky no-bake dessert perfect for Halloween. With a bright green creamy filling, a chocolate cookie crust, and fun candy decorations, it's the ultimate monster treat for kids and adults alike.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Total Time 4 hours
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 310
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 package (8 oz) cream cheese, softened
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 cup heavy cream, whipped to stiff peaks
  • 1 9-inch chocolate cookie crust (Oreo recommended)
  • a few drops green food coloring (gel preferred)
  • enough chocolate frosting (for hair)
  • as needed candy eyes
  • as needed black licorice or pretzels (for bolts)

Equipment

  • mixing bowl
  • electric mixer or whisk
  • rubber spatula
  • 9-inch pie dish or springform pan
  • refrigerator

Method
 

  1. In a bowl, beat cream cheese, sugar, and vanilla until smooth and creamy.
  2. Gently fold in the whipped cream and add a few drops of green food coloring to reach desired shade.
  3. Spoon the green cheesecake mixture into the prepared chocolate cookie crust and smooth the top.
  4. Refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or overnight, until firm.
  5. Once set, spread chocolate frosting over the top third to create Frankenstein's hair.
  6. Decorate with candy eyes and insert licorice or pretzel sticks on the sides as bolts.

Nutrition

Calories: 310kcalCarbohydrates: 21gProtein: 3gFat: 24gSaturated Fat: 14gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 180mgPotassium: 70mgSugar: 15gVitamin A: 820IUCalcium: 60mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Use full-fat cream cheese for best texture. Chill overnight for firmer slices. Add purple swirls to match your Halloween theme. Candy eyes, licorice bolts, and frosting hair make decorating a fun family activity. Handle gently when cutting to maintain clean edges.

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