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Crispy Cotton Candy Cheesecake Bombs

Crispy Cotton Candy Cheesecake Bombs

Crispy Cotton Candy Cheesecake Bombs are delightful bite-sized treats featuring a creamy cheesecake center infused with nostalgic cotton candy sweetness, coated in a crunchy crispy cereal exterior. Perfect for parties or fun homemade indulgences, these bombs deliver a unique flavor combination with contrasting textures that are irresistible and customizable to your taste.

  • Total Time: 2 hours 45 minutes
  • Yield: 24 cheesecake bombs 1x

Ingredients

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Cheesecake Filling

  • 8 oz cream cheese, softened
  • 1/3 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 large egg, beaten
  • 1–2 teaspoons cotton candy flavor powder or 1/4 cup finely crushed cotton candy

Crispy Coating

  • 2 cups crispy rice cereal or crushed cornflakes
  • 3 tablespoons butter, melted

Optional Glaze

  • 1/2 cup white chocolate, melted or cream cheese glaze
  • 1–2 tablespoons milk or cream (to thin glaze, if needed)

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Cheesecake Filling: Beat softened cream cheese until smooth. Add granulated sugar and vanilla extract, then mix in the beaten egg for binding. Gently fold in cotton candy flavor powder or crushed cotton candy. Chill the mixture in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes to firm up.
  2. Form the Cheesecake Balls: Scoop the chilled cheesecake batter into small, even-sized balls using a cookie scoop or spoon. Place balls on a parchment-lined tray and freeze for 1-2 hours until firm.
  3. Prepare the Crispy Coating: While cheesecake balls freeze, melt the butter. Lightly crush the crispy rice cereal or cornflakes and mix with the melted butter to create the coating mixture.
  4. Coat the Cheesecake Balls: Remove cheesecake balls from the freezer. Carefully roll each ball in the crispy coating mixture, pressing gently to fully cover without breaking. Place coated bombs back on the tray and chill again to set the coating.
  5. Optional – Add a Glaze: Drizzle melted white chocolate or cream cheese glaze over the coated bombs for an extra sweet finish. Thin the glaze with milk or cream if it’s too thick for drizzling.
  6. Serve and Enjoy: Serve the Crispy Cotton Candy Cheesecake Bombs chilled for optimal texture and flavor.

Notes

  • Chill properly: Freeze cheesecake balls before coating to help maintain shape and prevent melting during handling.
  • Use fresh cotton candy powder for best flavor and easier blending.
  • Press coating gently to avoid cracking or crumbling the cheesecake balls.
  • Work quickly while coating to prevent the cheesecake from warming.
  • Customize glaze thickness by thinning with milk or cream if needed.
  • Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
  • Freeze bombs for up to 2 weeks; thaw in the refrigerator before serving.
  • Serve chilled or at room temperature; avoid microwaving to preserve coating.
  • Author: Lina
  • Prep Time: 45 minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes
  • Category: Appetizers
  • Method: Baking
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cheesecake bomb (approx.)
  • Calories: 120
  • Sugar: 9g
  • Sodium: 65mg
  • Fat: 7g
  • Saturated Fat: 4g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 2g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 10g
  • Fiber: 0.2g
  • Protein: 2g
  • Cholesterol: 35mg

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