Description
Bubblegum cheesecake brings nostalgic childhood memories to life with its playful pink swirls and sweet, whimsical flavor profile. Creamy cheesecake layers dance with classic bubblegum essence, creating a dessert that delights senses and sparks pure joy for you.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 32 ounces (907 grams) cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup (240 milliliters) gumballs
- 2 cups (240 grams) graham cracker crumbs
Sweeteners and Cream:
- 1 cup (120 grams) powdered sugar
- 1/3 cup (67 grams) sugar
- 1/3 cup (80 milliliters) heavy cream
Additional Ingredients:
- 6 tablespoons (85 grams) melted butter
- 1 teaspoon (5 milliliters) vanilla extract
- Neon pink food coloring
Instructions
- Crush graham crackers and combine with sugar and melted butter to create a vibrant base, firmly pressing the mixture into a springform pan until compact. Chill in freezer for 15 minutes to set the foundation.
- In a large mixing bowl, whip cream cheese with granulated and powdered sugars until velvety smooth. Incorporate heavy cream and vanilla extract, blending until fully integrated and creamy.
- Infuse the filling with soft pink food coloring, stirring gently to achieve a consistent, bubblegum-inspired hue. Carefully fold whole gumballs into the mixture, distributing them evenly throughout.
- Pour the pink-tinted filling over the chilled crust, ensuring an even layer. Smooth the top with a spatula and transfer to the freezer for 6-8 hours or preferably overnight to solidify completely.
- Prepare the frosting by whipping butter and cream cheese until light and fluffy. Gradually add powdered sugar, vanilla extract, and a splash of cream, beating until silky and pale pink.
- Remove the cheesecake from freezer and let sit at room temperature for 10 minutes. Pipe delicate rosettes of pink frosting around the edges and top of the cake.
- Garnish with additional colorful gumballs, strategically placing them to create a playful, whimsical design. Refrigerate until ready to serve, allowing the cake to soften slightly.
Notes
- Freeze the crust for a firmer base that holds together beautifully when slicing the cheesecake.
- Use gel food coloring for vibrant pink without watering down the cheesecake mixture.
- Chop gumballs into smaller pieces to distribute flavor and prevent large hard chunks in each bite.
- Replace regular cream cheese with dairy-free alternatives for lactose-intolerant guests, ensuring everyone can enjoy this playful dessert.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Desserts
- Method: Freezing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 12
- Calories: 399
- Sugar: 30 g
- Sodium: 180 mg
- Fat: 30 g
- Saturated Fat: 18 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11 g
- Trans Fat: 0.5 g
- Carbohydrates: 26 g
- Fiber: 0.5 g
- Protein: 6 g
- Cholesterol: 90 mg