Introduction:

Fruity Pebbles cheesecake is a delightful, colorful dessert that brings together the nostalgic flavors of your favorite childhood cereal with the creamy, indulgent texture of cheesecake. This recipe is perfect for special occasions or to satisfy your sweet tooth. Follow these simple steps and learn how to make a mouthwatering Fruity Pebbles cheesecake!

Ingredients:

Crust:

– 2 cups Fruity Pebbles cereal

– 1/4 cup sugar

– 6 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted

Filling:

– 3 packages (8 oz each) cream cheese, softened

– 1 cup sugar

– 1/2 cup sour cream

– 1 tablespoon vanilla extract

– 3 large eggs

– 1 cup Fruity Pebbles cereal

Topping (optional):

– Whipped cream

– Additional Fruity Pebbles for decoration

Instructions:

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9-inch springform pan with non-stick cooking spray or butter.

2. Prepare the crust: In a food processor, pulse the Fruity Pebbles cereal until it forms fine crumbs. Add the sugar and melted butter, pulsing until well combined. Press the mixture firmly into the bottom of the prepared springform pan. Bake for 10 minutes, then remove from oven and set aside to cool while you prepare the filling.

3. In a large mixing bowl, beat together the softened cream cheese and sugar until smooth. Add the sour cream and vanilla extract, continuing to mix until well combined.

4. Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Be careful not to overmix – just blend until incorporated.

5. Gently fold in 1 cup of Fruity Pebbles cereal, ensuring an even distribution throughout the batter.

6. Pour the cheesecake filling over the cooled crust, spreading it evenly with a spatula. Tap the pan gently on your countertop to remove any air bubbles.

7. Bake in preheated oven for 45-55 minutes, or until the edges are set and the center is slightly jiggly but not wet. If the cheesecake starts to brown too quickly, you can cover it with aluminum foil.

8. Remove from oven and let cool completely on a wire rack. Once cooled, refrigerate for at least 4 hours or preferably overnight to allow cheesecake to firm up.

9. Before serving, remove cake from the springform pan and garnish with whipped cream and additional Fruity Pebbles if desired.

Enjoy this eye-catching, flavorful Fruity Pebbles cheesecake that will surely take you on a trip down memory lane! Happy baking!