No-Bake Chocolate Chip Cheesecake Fudge: An Easy Sweet Fix

This No-Bake Chocolate Chip Cheesecake Fudge is creamy, rich, and loaded with chocolate chips. Requiring only a handful of ingredients and zero oven time, it’s a perfect dessert for holidays, gifts, or weeknight cravings.

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

• No baking or complicated steps required
• Smooth, creamy texture with a slight tang from cream cheese
• Perfect balance of sweetness and richness
• Great for gifting or storing
• Customizable with mix-ins

Ingredients

(Tip: You can find the complete list of ingredients and their measurements in the recipe card below.)

• Cream cheese
• Sweetened condensed milk
• White chocolate chips
• Vanilla extract
• Mini chocolate chips

Directions

1. Melt white chocolate chips in a heat-safe bowl.
2. Beat cream cheese until smooth, then add sweetened condensed milk and vanilla.
3. Stir in melted white chocolate and mix until combined.
4. Fold in chocolate chips.
5. Pour into a parchment-lined pan and refrigerate for at least 3 hours.
6. Slice and serve cold.

Servings and timing

Serves: 16
Prep time: 10 minutes
Chill time: 3 hours
Total time: 3 hours 10 minutes

Variations

• Use dark or milk chocolate instead of white chocolate
• Mix in chopped nuts or cookie bits
• Swirl in raspberry or caramel sauce
• Add peppermint extract for a festive version

Storage/reheating

Store in the fridge in an airtight container for up to 7 days. Freeze for up to 2 months. Serve chilled; no reheating needed.

FAQs

Can I use low-fat cream cheese?

Yes, but full-fat gives a creamier result.

Can I freeze the fudge?

Yes, wrap tightly and freeze for up to 2 months.

Does it need to be refrigerated?

Yes, due to the cream cheese content.

What kind of chocolate works best?

White chocolate chips that melt smoothly—avoid baking melts.

Can I use a microwave for melting?

Yes, heat in 30-second intervals and stir frequently.

Will the fudge be very sweet?

It’s moderately sweet; dark chocolate chips can balance it.

Can I add food coloring?

Yes, for themed events or holidays.

Can I use crushed cookies?

Yes, fold them in for a cookies-and-cream twist.

Can I serve it at room temperature?

It softens quickly; best served chilled.

How do I cut clean squares?

Use a hot, sharp knife and wipe between cuts.

Conclusion

No-Bake Chocolate Chip Cheesecake Fudge is a creamy, indulgent dessert that requires no oven time. With just a few ingredients and endless customization options, it’s a fast favorite.

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