Snickers Cheesecake
My Snickers cheesecake is super smooth and creamy with a generous amount of caramel, chocolate, and Snickers Bars. If you like Snickers, you'll love this cheesecake!
I love making unique cheesecakes with flavors like cannoli, nutella cheesecake, and Pecan Pie. However, this Snickers cheesecake might be my new favorite. I have fond memories of Grandma's Candy Dish being filled with miniature Snickers. There is just something irresistible about that combination of gooey caramel, and peanuts enveloped in creamy milk chocolate.
This cheesecake features a buttery cookie crust with Snickers in the batter and on top. I also like to drizzle mine with caramel and chocolate sauce for an extra decadent treat. If you like Snickers, you will adore this cheesecake! Die-hard Snickers fan? Try our Snickers layer cake next.
Why I Love This Recipe
- Candy x 2: I use Snickers candy in both the batter and on top. There's no such thing as too much candy!
- Oreo Crust: I adore Oreos, and they provide the perfect chocolate crust for this recipe.
- Forgiving: I'll provide plenty of tips to prevent cheesecake cracks. However, in the worst-case scenario, we'll just cover them with candy and whipped cream.
Ingredient Notes and Shopping Tips
- Cream Cheese: Use full-fat cream cheese for the best results.
- To quickly soften cream cheese, cut it into small pieces and leave it at room temperature for 20-30 minutes.
- Sour Cream: Sour cream adds tanginess and moisture. Use full fat for the best results.
- Whipped Cream: You could also add Cool Whip or Reddiwhip right before serving.
- Sauces: I used Hershey's Chocolate and Caramel syrup for drizzling.
❓FAQs❓
Yes, make up to one day in advance. Add the whipped cream and snickers right before serving.
I suggest using a water bath as it helps the cheesecake bake evenly and prevents cracking. However, if you really don't want to you can get a similar effect by placing a large roasting pan of water on the rack below.
1. Avoid overmixing, which can cause the cheesecake to rise in the oven and fall when you take it out.
2. Avoid sudden temperature changes, gradual cooling is best.
Yes, I would use 4-6 full-size bars if you'd prefer.
️Krystle's Tips️
- Room Temperature Ingredients: Allow all ingredients to come to room temperature. Just sit them out on the counter for around 30-60 minutes. This helps everything mix together smoothly and avoids a lumpy batter.
- Avoid overmixing: This can add too much air to the batter, which can lead to cracking.
- Avoid overbaking: It is okay if your cheesecake still jiggles a tad in the center. It will continue to firm up as it cools.
- Avoid sudden temperature changes: This is why I cool my cheesecake in the oven, both open and closed, for a bit. Allow to cool completely before refrigerating. These steps help prevent cracks, too.
Make Chopping Candy a Breeze
Avoid an ooey-gooey mess by freezing your candy bars. Then chop them with a sharp chef's knife.
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📖 Recipe
Ultimate Snickers Cheesecake
Ingredients
For the Oreo Cookie Crust
- 2 Cups Oreo Cookie Crumbs About 24 Cookies
- 4 Tablespoons Butter Melted
For the Cheesecake
- (3) 8 Ounce Packages of Cream Cheese Softened
- 1 Cup White Sugar
- 2 Tablespoons All Purpose Flour
- 4 Eggs
- 1 Cup Sour Cream
- 2 Teaspoons Vanilla Extract
- 30-35 Mini Snickers Bars Roughly Chopped
- ¼ Cup Chocolate Sauce
- ¼ Cup Caramel Sauce
For the Whipped Cream Topping
- 1 Cup Heavy Whipping Cream
- ¼ Cup Powdered Sugar
- 2 Teaspoons Vanilla Extract
- Chocolate Sauce, Caramel Sauce , and Chopped Mini Snickers For Garnish If Desired
Instructions
For the Crust
- Heat oven to 325 degrees F. Prepare a 9 inch springform pan with parchment paper.
- In a small bowl combine melted butter, and oreos. Press into prepared pan. Bake for 10 minutes.
- Wrap the outside of the pan with 2 layers of aluminum foil.
- For the Snickers Cheesecake
- Reduce oven temperature to 300 degrees F.
- In a large bowl, combine cream cheese, sugar and flour until smooth. Add eggs, sour cream, and vanilla until well combined. Fold in Snickers.
- Pour about half of the cheesecake filling into your spring form pan. Pour half of caramel, and chocolate sauces over filling and swirl with a spatula.
- Add remaining filling, and top with remaining sauces. Swirl with a spatula.
- Fill a large roaster with enough warm water to go about halfway up the sides of your pan. Bake for 95-105 minutes.
- Turn off oven, and leave cheesecake with the door closed for 20 more minutes. Crack oven door and leave in oven for 20 more minutes.
- Cool completely in the fridge.
- Top with whipped cream. Add extra chocolate/caramel sauce, and snickers to garnish if desired.
Notes
- Cream Cheese: Use full-fat cream cheese for the best results. To quickly soften cream cheese cut it into small pieces and leave at room temperate for 20-30 minutes.
- Sour Cream: Sour cream adds tanginess and moisture.
- Sauces: I used Hershey's Chocolate and Caramel syrup for drizzling.
- Chopping Candy: Avoid an ooey-gooey mess by freezing your candy bars and then chopping with a sharp chef's knife.
- Room Temperature Ingredients: Allow all ingredients to come to room temperature. Just sit them out on the counter for around 30-60 minutes. This helps everything mix together smoothly and avoids a lumpy batter.
- Avoid overmixing: This can add too much air to the batter, which can lead to cracking.
- Avoid overbaking: It is okay if your cheesecake still jiggles a tad in the center. It will continue to firm up as it cools.
- Avoid sudden temperature changes: This is why I cool my cheesecake in the oven, both open and closed, for a bit. Allow to cool completely before refrigerating. These steps help prevent cracks, too.
Nutrition
Decadent and rich, this Snickers Cheesecake blends creamy cheesecake with caramel, chocolate, and candy bar goodness. A must-try for Snickers fans!
I made this oreo cheesecake for my Dad's birthday dinner and it was a HIT! Followed the recipe as written, fantastic!
The Snickers Cheesecake was a dream come true for me! The creamy cheesecake with chunks of Snickers bars was a delicious indulgence.
Oh my goodness this turned out soooooo good! I ate way too much, haha! Thanks for the recipe!!
It’s sure to be a hit among candy bar lovers and anyone with a sweet tooth. A sweet and decadent treat!
I made your Snickers Cheesecake for a family gathering, and it was a huge hit! The creamy cheesecake combined with the crunchy, chocolatey Snickers pieces was a perfect match.
This is my family's new favorite dessert! It's very addictive!
These was next level delicious! Making it was easier than I thought, and the result is pure indulgence! It really does taste like the candy bar! Definitely a new favorite dessert!
This is one of the best cheesecakes I've ever made. It's so rich, and the sweetness of the Snickers is perfect with the sweet tang of the cheesecake.
This cheesecake is mouthwatering delicious!
Oh my goodness! This cheesecake is so amazing! I love Snickers so much!
This is the cutest EVER!
This is one of my favorite recipes that you've posted bar none. It's just so rich and delicious.
I made this for friends and now I get it requested al the time. It's a wonderful recipe. I cannot have any leftovers at my house because I could sit and eat the entire cheesecake. Follow the directions... You can't go wrong with this recipe.
This looks divine! Snickers is my favorite chocolate of all time so this is definitely on my list. Pinning the recipe! =)
Love the trivia tidbits too..I didn't know they named it after a racehorse!
Thanks for your kind words and pinning!