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Super Bowl Desserts That Steal the Show

No-bake chocolate peanut butter cheesecake for a Super Bowl dessert table.

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These easy no-bake cheesecake bars are the ultimate game day dessert. A salty pretzel crust holds a luxuriously creamy filling made with sweetened condensed milk, all topped with chocolate drizzle and team-colored sprinkles. They feed a crowd with minimal effort, letting you enjoy the party.

Ingredients

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  • For the Pretzel Crust:
  • 2 cups finely crushed pretzels
  • 6 tablespoons salted butter, melted
  • 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
  • For the Cheesecake Filling:
  • 16 oz full-fat cream cheese, softened
  • 1 (14 oz) can sweetened condensed milk
  • 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
  • 1 cup heavy whipping cream, cold
  • For Topping & Decoration:
  • 1/2 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
  • 1 teaspoon coconut oil or shortening
  • Colored sprinkles in team colors

Instructions

  1. Make the crust: In a medium bowl, mix the crushed pretzels, melted butter, and sugar until all crumbs are moistened. Press this mixture firmly and evenly into the bottom of a 9×9 inch baking pan lined with parchment paper. Refrigerate for 15 minutes.
  2. Make the filling: Using an electric mixer, beat the softened cream cheese in a large bowl until completely smooth and creamy, about 2 minutes. Scrape down the sides.
  3. With the mixer on low, gradually pour in the sweetened condensed milk and vanilla extract. Beat until fully combined and smooth.
  4. In a separate bowl, whip the cold heavy cream until stiff peaks form. Gently fold the whipped cream into the cream cheese mixture until no white streaks remain.
  5. Assemble: Pour the filling over the chilled pretzel crust. Use a spatula to smooth the top into an even layer.
  6. Chill: Cover the pan and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or ideally overnight, until completely set.
  7. Decorate: Before serving, melt the chocolate chips with the coconut oil in a microwave-safe bowl in 30-second intervals, stirring until smooth. Drizzle over the chilled bars. Immediately sprinkle with colored sprinkles.
  8. Serve: Use the parchment paper to lift the dessert from the pan. Cut into 16 squares with a sharp knife, wiping the blade clean between cuts for neat bars.

Notes

Ensure cream cheese is fully softened to avoid lumps. For clean cuts, dip your knife in hot water and wipe dry before each slice. Bars can be made 2 days ahead. Store covered in the refrigerator.

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