Best 6 Dandy Candy Cheesecake Recipes

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Indulge in a delightful culinary experience with our delectable Dandy Candy Cheesecake, a masterpiece that combines creamy cheesecake filling, sweet and tangy candy coating, and a graham cracker crust. This classic dessert is elevated with the addition of colorful candy pieces, creating a vibrant and playful presentation. Our recipe guide offers variations to suit your preferences, including a no-bake option for those who prefer a simpler preparation. For those with dietary restrictions, we have a gluten-free version that delivers the same irresistible taste and texture. Additionally, we have included a recipe for a luscious caramel sauce that perfectly complements the cheesecake, adding an extra layer of richness and decadence.

Here are our top 6 tried and tested recipes!

CANDY BAR CHEESECAKE



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"With this recipe, you can easily create a cheesecake that tastes like a fancy store-bought treat," Julie Cervenka relates from Ballwin, Missouri. "It's always requested when I'm asked to bring dessert to a function."

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 1h40m

Yield 12-14 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

1-3/4 cups crushed chocolate wafers (about 28 wafers)
1/4 cup sugar
1/3 cup butter, melted
FILLING:
3 packages (8 ounces each) cream cheese, softened
1 can (14 ounces) sweetened condensed milk
1 cup chocolate syrup
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
3 eggs, lightly beaten
6 Snickers candy bars (2.07 ounces each), coarsely chopped, divided
Additional chocolate syrup

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, combine wafer crumbs and sugar; stir in butter. Press onto the bottom and 1-1/2 in. up the sides of a greased 9-in. springform pan. Place pan on a double thickness of heavy-duty foil (about 18 in. square); securely wrap foil around pan. Place pan on a baking sheet. Bake at 325° for 12 minutes. Cool on a wire rack., In a large bowl, beat the cream cheese, milk, chocolate syrup and vanilla until smooth. Add eggs; beat just until combined. Stir in 2-1/2 cups chopped candy bars. Pour into crust. Place springform pan in a large baking pan; add 1 in. of hot water to larger pan. , Bake at 325° for 75-80 minutes or until center is just set and top appears dull. Remove springform pan from water bath. Cool on a wire rack for 10 minutes. Carefully run a knife around edge of pan to loosen; cool 1 hour longer. Refrigerate overnight., Top with remaining chopped candy bars; drizzle with additional chocolate syrup.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 347 calories, Fat 16g fat (9g saturated fat), Cholesterol 85mg cholesterol, Sodium 233mg sodium, Carbohydrate 44g carbohydrate (33g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 6g protein.

CANDY CANE CHEESECAKE



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This pepperminty cheesecake says "Christmas" at first sight and first bite. The recipe earned me a dairy producer's scholarship. Now, it regularly wins compliments at seasonal parties and teas.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 1h10m

Yield 16 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 13

1-1/2 cups chocolate wafer crumbs
1/3 cup butter, melted
2 tablespoons sugar
FILLING:
3 packages (8 ounces each) cream cheese, softened
3/4 cup sugar
3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
4 large eggs
1 cup sour cream
2 tablespoons vanilla or white chips
1/2 to 3/4 teaspoon peppermint extract
Red liquid or paste food coloring
Crushed peppermint candy and whipped topping, optional

Steps:

  • Combine the first three ingredients; press onto the bottom of a 9-in. springform pan. Chill. In a bowl, beat cream cheese and sugar until smooth; add flour and mix well. Add the eggs, one at a time, beating just until blended. Stir in sour cream. Set aside. , In a small saucepan over low heat, melt vanilla chips. Remove from the heat. Add 1/4 cup cream cheese mixture, extract and a few drops of food coloring; mix well. Pour half of the remaining cream cheese mixture over crust. Top with half of the peppermint mixture; swirl with a knife. Repeat layers. , Bake at 325° for 35-40 minutes longer or until the center is almost set. Cool on a wire rack for 10 minutes. Carefully run a knife around edge of pan; cool 1 hour longer., Refrigerate overnight. Just before serving, remove sides of pan. Garnish with crushed candy and whipped topping if desired. Refrigerate leftovers.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 233 calories, Fat 14g fat (8g saturated fat), Cholesterol 89mg cholesterol, Sodium 166mg sodium, Carbohydrate 21g carbohydrate (12g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 4g protein.

CANDY CANE CHEESECAKE



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You can vary what you top this festive cheesecake with: crushed candy canes are a must, but you can spread whipped cream on top before sprinkling with candy canes, or drizzle with some melted chocolate chips. Please add your comments as you find ways to improve this recipe!

Provided by CARRIELOVESKEITH

Categories     Desserts     Cakes     Holiday Cake Recipes

Time P1DT2h40m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 cup chocolate cookie crumbs
3 tablespoons white sugar
¼ cup butter, melted
4 (8 ounce) packages cream cheese, softened
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
¼ teaspoon salt
1 ¾ cups white sugar
½ cup sour cream
2 ½ teaspoons vanilla extract, divided
3 eggs
½ teaspoon peppermint extract
2 dashes red food coloring
½ cup crushed peppermint candies

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C). Lightly grease a 9-inch springform pan.
  • Combine the cookie crumbs and 3 tablespoons sugar in a bowl. Drizzle the melted butter into the mixture while stirring until evenly moistened. Press the mixture into the bottom of the prepared pan.
  • Bake in preheated oven until set, about 10 minutes; set aside to cool. Reduce oven temperature to 300 degrees F (150 degrees C).
  • Combine the cream cheese, flour, and salt in a large bowl. Beat with an electric hand mixer on lowest speed until smooth and fluffy. Add the 1 3/4 cup sugar, sour cream, and 1 1/2 teaspoon vanilla and beat until incorporated. Stir in the eggs one at a time, stopping and scraping down the sides of the bowl between each one.
  • Divide the mixture evenly into two separate bowls. In one bowl, stir in 1 teaspoon vanilla. In the other bowl, add the peppermint extract and the red food coloring and mix until you get a reddish-pink color. Add more coloring as needed. Alternate layers of 1 cup each of the white and pink onto the cooled crust until all the filling is used.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until the filling is mostly set. The center will jiggle slightly when the pan is shaken and the edges will be slightly puffed, 60 to 70 minutes.
  • Sprinkle the crushed candies evenly over the cheesecake and gently press into the top. Allow to cool on a rack to room temperature. Cover loosely and refrigerate overnight before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 545.3 calories, Carbohydrate 52.4 g, Cholesterol 143.2 mg, Fat 34.5 g, Fiber 0.4 g, Protein 8.3 g, SaturatedFat 20.9 g, Sodium 377.5 mg, Sugar 41.7 g

DANDY CANDY



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When I came across this recipe in my recipe box I just had to post it because it brought back childhood memories! My sister loved to make this candy when she was little! The recipe came from a 1976 child's cookbook. It is a no-cook candy that is very simple and kids love it! Prep time includes 1 hour to chill. (I guessed on the servings)

Provided by Kim D.

Categories     Candy

Time 1h20m

Yield 20 pieces

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 tablespoons butter, softened
1 tablespoon light corn syrup
1/2 teaspoon vanilla
4 pinches salt
1 cup powdered sugar
decorating candy sprinkles

Steps:

  • In a mixing bowl, coat the bowl with butter, then leave the remaining butter in the bowl.
  • Add corn syrup, vanilla and salt to the bowl.
  • Stir and mix well.
  • Add powdered sugar.
  • Stir and mix well.
  • Remove mixture from mixing bowl and place on a clean counter top or cutting board.
  • Pound, squeeze and roll candy until it feels smooth.
  • Roll candy into small balls, about the size of a walnut.
  • Roll the balls in a bowl of sprinkles.
  • Place on a plate, cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate.
  • The candy tastes best when cold!

LAYERED CARAMEL CANDY BAR CHEESECAKE



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Is it a candy bar? Is it a cheesecake? Is it a cake? Whatever you call it, it's a slice of pure chocolaty caramel, layered heaven.

Provided by Heather Baird

Categories     Dessert

Time 7h40m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 15

2 bars (2.05 oz each) Milky Way™ candy bars
1 cup unsalted butter, softened
1 cup sugar
4 packages (8 oz each) cream cheese, softened
4 eggs
1 package (4-serving size) vanilla pudding and pie filling mix (not instant)
2 teaspoons baking powder
1 box Betty Crocker™ Super Moist™ dark chocolate cake mix
1 container (8 oz) sour cream
1/2 cup water
1/3 cup vegetable oil
2 eggs
1 jar (12 oz) caramel topping
1 1/2 containers Betty Crocker™ Rich & Creamy chocolate frosting
2 bars (2.05 oz each) Milky Way™ candy bars, cut into 1/2-inch pieces

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 325°F. Grease 2 (9-inch) round cake pans with shortening or cooking spray. Line bottoms of pans with cooking parchment paper rounds; lightly grease paper. Chop 2 candy bars into small pieces; store in refrigerator until needed.
  • In large bowl, beat butter and sugar with electric mixer until smooth and creamy. Beat in cream cheese a little at a time until smooth; scrape down bowl. Beat in eggs one at a time until well combined. Add pudding mix and baking powder; beat well until smooth. Fold in refrigerated candy bar pieces. Divide batter evenly between pans, about 4 cups per pan. Smooth top with off-set spatula.
  • Bake 55 to 60 minutes. Layers will puff up during baking and then deflate when removed from oven. Cool in pans on cooling racks 10 minutes. Freeze until solid, about 3 hours.
  • Turn cheesecakes out onto cookie sheet; peel off paper. Store in freezer until ready to use.
  • While Cheesecake Layers are freezing, heat oven to 350°F. Grease 3 (9-inch) round cake pans with shortening or cooking spray.
  • In large bowl, beat Cake ingredients with electric mixer on medium speed until well combined. Divide batter evenly among pans.
  • Bake 15 to 20 minutes or until toothpick inserted in center comes out clean. Cool in pans on cooling racks 10 minutes. Remove cake layers from pans onto cooling racks. Cool completely.
  • To assemble, place 1 cake layer on serving plate or cake stand. Spread 1/4 cup caramel topping over top of cake layer. Place 1 frozen cheesecake layer on top of cake layer; top with 1/4 cup caramel topping. Repeat layering with another cake layer, another cheesecake layer, and finally top with remaining cake layer. Do not coat top cake layer with caramel.
  • Use 1 container of frosting to evenly coat entire cheesecake. Using off-set spatula, swirl remaining container of frosting onto cake. Top with pieces from 2 candy bars. Refrigerate until cheesecake is well chilled before cutting, about 2 hours. Store in refrigerator.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 1140, Carbohydrate 123 g, Cholesterol 230 mg, Fat 12 1/2, Fiber 2 g, Protein 11 g, SaturatedFat 36 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 1170 mg, Sugar 79 g, TransFat 1 1/2 g

DANDY-CANDY CHEESECAKE



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You can use just about any candy you desire. I've used reese's peanut butter cups, twix, etc. And it's so easy to make.

Provided by sherry monfils

Categories     Other Desserts

Time 4h45m

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 8 oz pkgs cream cheese, softened
1/2 c sugar
2 eggs
1 tsp vanilla
1 c coarsely chopped favorite candy, divided. i used twix candy
1 9" graham cracker crust, like keeblers
1/4 c frozen whipped topping, thawed

Steps:

  • 1. Heat oven to 375. In lg bowl, beat cream cheese and sugar until creamy. Add eggs and vanilla. Beat until combined.
  • 2. Reserve 8 pieces of candy for garnish. Stir remaining candy into cream cheese mix. Pour mix into crust.
  • 3. Bake 30 mins, or until almost set in center. Cover, chill 4 hrs. Garnish w/ whipped topping and reserved candy.

Tips:

  • Use high-quality ingredients: The quality of your ingredients will directly impact the flavor of your cheesecake. Use fresh, full-fat cream cheese, real butter, and pure vanilla extract for the best results.
  • Make sure your cream cheese is at room temperature: This will help it blend smoothly with the other ingredients and prevent lumps in your cheesecake.
  • Don't overbeat the cream cheese: Overbeating can cause the cheesecake to become dense and crumbly. Beat the cream cheese just until it is smooth and creamy.
  • Bake the cheesecake in a water bath: This will help to prevent the cheesecake from cracking and will also help to create a creamy, smooth texture.
  • Chill the cheesecake thoroughly before serving: This will help the cheesecake to set properly and will make it easier to slice.

Conclusion:

Dandy Candy Cheesecake is a delicious and easy-to-make dessert that is perfect for any occasion. With its creamy, smooth texture and sweet and tangy flavor, this cheesecake is sure to be a hit with everyone who tries it. Whether you are a seasoned baker or a beginner, this recipe is a great way to enjoy a classic dessert. So next time you are looking for a special treat, give Dandy Candy Cheesecake a try!

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