No Bake Birthday Cake Delight

Introduction

If you’re looking for a fun and easy dessert to celebrate a birthday, you’ve found it! The No Bake Birthday Cake Delight is creamy, colorful, and absolutely delicious. This dessert doesn’t require any baking, which makes it perfect for those hot days or when you’re short on time.

Why Make This Recipe

This No Bake Birthday Cake Delight is a showstopper at any gathering! It’s simple enough for beginners but fancy enough to impress. Plus, who doesn’t love a creamy filling topped with rainbow sprinkles? You’ll love how easy it is to make, and your family and friends will be wanting seconds!

How to Make No Bake Birthday Cake Delight

Ingredients:

14.3 ounces vanilla sandwich cookies (approximately 36 cookies, 2 1⁄2 cups when crushed)
6 tablespoons salted butter, melted and cooled (plus more for greasing dish)
16 ounces cream cheese, softened to room temperature
3⁄4 cup powdered sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
16 ounces frozen whipped topping (Cool Whip), defrosted and divided into 1 cup, 1 cup, and remainder
1⁄4 cup rainbow sprinkles (plus more for garnish)
6.8 ounces vanilla-flavored instant pudding mix (or white chocolate pudding)
2 cups whole milk

Directions:

Crush the vanilla sandwich cookies and mix them with melted butter. Press this mixture into the bottom of a greased dish to form a crust.
In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese until smooth. Gradually add powdered sugar and vanilla extract, mixing until well combined.
Fold in 1 cup of the defrosted whipped topping into the cream cheese mixture.
In another bowl, whisk together the pudding mix and whole milk until smooth. Then gently fold this mixture into the cream cheese blend.
Add in 1/4 cup of rainbow sprinkles and mix gently.
Pour the filling over the cookie crust and spread evenly.
Top with the remaining whipped topping and sprinkle additional rainbow sprinkles on top.
Refrigerate for 4 hours or until set.
Serve chilled and enjoy!

How to Serve No Bake Birthday Cake Delight

Serve it chilled, sliced into squares, and topped with extra rainbow sprinkles. It’s perfect for birthday parties or any celebration!

How to Store No Bake Birthday Cake Delight

Keep leftovers in the fridge in an airtight container. It will stay fresh for up to 3 days, but trust me, it won’t last that long!

Tips to Make No Bake Birthday Cake Delight

Make sure the cream cheese is at room temperature for a smoother texture.
You can use any type of sandwich cookies if you don’t have vanilla!
For a healthier option, use low-fat cream cheese and whipped topping.

Variation

You can change up the flavor by using chocolate pudding mix instead of vanilla! It’s just as delicious!

FAQs

Q: Can I make this dessert ahead of time?
A: Yes! It’s perfect for making a day in advance. Just store it covered in the fridge.

Q: How do I make it gluten-free?
A: Use gluten-free cookies and ensure other ingredients are gluten-free as well.

Q: Can I freeze this dessert?
A: It’s best enjoyed fresh, but you can freeze individual portions. Just thaw before serving!