If you want an easy, festive, and absolutely irresistible holiday dessert that requires zero baking, these Christmas Sugar Cookie Cheesecake Bars (No-Bake) are the ultimate Christmas treat.
With a soft, buttery no-bake sugar cookie crust, a creamy vanilla cheesecake layer, and lots of festive sprinkles, these bars taste like classic Christmas sugar cookies turned into a rich, smooth, sliceable cheesecake — without ever turning on the oven.
They’re perfect for Christmas parties, cookie exchanges, dessert platters, potlucks, or make-ahead holiday treats. They look magical, slice beautifully, and come together in minutes… the hardest part is waiting for them to chill!
Why You’ll Love These No-Bake Christmas Sugar Cookie Cheesecake Bars
These bars are creamy, festive, and unbelievably easy.
- 100% no-bake — no oven required
- Soft, sweet, buttery sugar cookie flavor
- Creamy cheesecake filling with a light, fluffy texture
- Perfect for decorating with sprinkles, candies, or cookie pieces
- Great for parties, gifting, or dessert trays
- Make-ahead friendly and freezer-friendly
- Slice cleanly and look stunning on holiday platters
Why You Should Try This Recipe
These bars are for anyone who loves cheesecake but wants something quicker, easier, and more festive. The sugar cookie crust sets perfectly after chilling, the filling is velvety smooth thanks to whipped cream cheese mixture, and the sprinkles add that nostalgic Christmas cookie charm. It’s a holiday dessert that looks bakery-level but is made with simple ingredients in under 20 minutes.
Ingredients You’ll Need
For the No-Bake Sugar Cookie Crust
- 2 ½ cups crushed sugar cookies or vanilla wafers
- ½ cup unsalted butter, melted
- ¼ cup powdered sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- Optional: Christmas sprinkles mixed into the crust
For the No-Bake Cheesecake Filling
- 16 oz cream cheese, softened
- ¾ cup powdered sugar
- 1 cup heavy whipping cream (cold)
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- ¼ tsp almond extract (optional but highly recommended — gives sugar cookie flavor!)
- ½ cup Christmas sprinkles (jimmies, not nonpareils)
For Topping
- Whipped cream
- Christmas sprinkles
- Mini sugar cookies or broken cookie pieces
- White chocolate drizzle (optional)
How to Make Christmas Sugar Cookie Cheesecake Bars (No-Bake)
1. Make the Crust
Crush sugar cookies finely using a food processor or zip bag + rolling pin.
Mix crumbs with melted butter, powdered sugar, and vanilla.
Press firmly into the bottom of an 8×8 or 9×9 pan lined with parchment.
Chill for 15–20 minutes.
2. Make the Cheesecake Filling
Beat softened cream cheese until smooth and fluffy.
Add powdered sugar, vanilla extract, and almond extract.
In a separate bowl, whip cold heavy cream to stiff peaks.
Fold whipped cream into the cream cheese mixture until silky.
Fold in Christmas sprinkles gently (avoid overmixing so color doesn’t bleed).
3. Assemble the Bars
Spread cheesecake filling evenly over the chilled crust.
Smooth the top with a spatula.
4. Chill
Refrigerate for 4 hours or overnight until fully set.
5. Decorate
Top with whipped cream swirls, sprinkles, white chocolate drizzle, or mini cookies.
6. Slice & Serve
Use a sharp knife (wiped clean between slices) for perfect squares.
Serve chilled — these bars are creamy and dreamy!
Nutritional Information (Estimated per bar)
- Calories: 295
- Carbs: 25g
- Fat: 21g
- Sugar: 19g
- Protein: 3g
Tips for the Best No-Bake Sugar Cookie Cheesecake Bars
- Use room-temperature cream cheese so the filling is smooth.
- Beat heavy cream to stiff peaks — this sets the cheesecake.
- Don’t use nonpareil sprinkles — they bleed color.
- Chill long enough for firm, clean slices.
- Press crust firmly so it doesn’t crumble when cutting.
- Add almond extract for that true sugar cookie flavor.
Variations & Substitutions
- Peppermint Version: Add peppermint extract + crushed candy canes.
- Funfetti Christmas Bars: Add sprinkles to crust + filling.
- Chocolate Sugar Cookie Bars: Use chocolate wafer cookies for crust.
- Eggnog Cheesecake Bars: Replace heavy cream with eggnog for flavor.
- Gluten-Free: Use gluten-free sugar cookies.
What to Serve with These Bars
- Hot cocoa
- Peppermint mocha
- Eggnog
- Coffee or holiday lattes
- Christmas dessert boards
- Cookie exchange trays
Common Mistakes to Avoid
- Using cold cream cheese: Leads to lumps.
- Not whipping cream enough: Filling won’t set.
- Using the wrong sprinkles: Nonpareils bleed color — use jimmies.
- Not chilling long enough: Bars will be soft and messy.
- Packing crust too loosely: It may crumble when cutting.
Storing Tips
- Refrigerate up to 4–5 days.
- Freeze bars (without toppings) for up to 2 months.
- Thaw in fridge before serving.
- Keep covered to prevent drying out.
Conclusion
These Christmas Sugar Cookie Cheesecake Bars (No-Bake) are festive, creamy, buttery, colorful, and incredibly easy — everything a holiday dessert should be. They look beautiful, slice perfectly, and taste like Christmas sugar cookies and cheesecake combined into one irresistible treat. Whether you’re serves them at a party or adding them to your holiday box, these bars are guaranteed to delight every guest.
Recipe FAQ’s
Can I make these ahead of time?
Yes — they’re perfect for next-day serving.
Can I freeze them?
Yes — freeze before adding whipped cream or toppings.
Can I use Cool Whip instead of whipped cream?
Yes — use 3 cups thawed Cool Whip.
Can I use store-bought sugar cookies for the crust?
Absolutely — any crunchy cookie works great.
Can I double the recipe?
Yes — use a 9×13 pan.