Little Debbie Oatmeal Creme Pies and Cream Cheese No-Bake Cheesecake Recipe
If you grew up unwrapping Little Debbie Oatmeal Creme Pies from your lunchbox, this dessert is about to bring back some sweet memories. This no-bake cheesecake turns the classic soft oatmeal cookies with creamy filling into a rich, fluffy cheesecake with a chewy cookie crust. It needs no oven, just a handful of ingredients and some time in the fridge, making it perfect for parties, holidays or a fun weekend treat.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
The oatmeal creme pies do double duty here. They form a soft, buttery crust and get folded right into the filling, so you get bits of cinnamon-spiced cookie and marshmallow creme in every bite. The cream cheese filling is light, smooth and tangy, balancing the sweetness of the cookies perfectly. Best of all, there’s no water bath, no cracked tops and no baking stress.
Ingredients
Serves: 8 to 10
Prep time: 20 minutes
Chill time: at least 6 hours
For the crust:
- 8 Little Debbie Oatmeal Creme Pies
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter, melted
For the cheesecake filling:
- 2 blocks (450 g / 16 oz) cream cheese, softened
- ¾ cup (90 g) powdered sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- ½ tsp ground cinnamon
- 1 cup (240 ml) cold heavy whipping cream
- 3 Little Debbie Oatmeal Creme Pies, chopped
For the topping:
- 3 Little Debbie Oatmeal Creme Pies, cut into wedges or chunks
- 2 tbsp caramel sauce (optional)
- Whipped cream (optional)
How to Make It
- Make the crust. Break 8 oatmeal creme pies into pieces and pulse them in a food processor until they form a sticky crumb. Add the melted butter and pulse a few more times. Press the mixture firmly into the bottom and slightly up the sides of a 9-inch (23 cm) pie dish or springform pan. Chill while you make the filling.
- Whip the cream. In a chilled bowl, beat the cold heavy cream on high speed until stiff peaks form. Set aside.
- Make the cream cheese filling. In a separate large bowl, beat the softened cream cheese until smooth and lump-free. Add the powdered sugar, vanilla and cinnamon, and beat until creamy.
- Combine. Gently fold the whipped cream into the cream cheese mixture in two batches until no streaks remain. Fold in the 3 chopped oatmeal creme pies.
- Fill and chill. Spread the filling evenly over the crust and smooth the top. Cover and refrigerate for at least 6 hours, or overnight, until firm.
- Decorate and serve. Just before serving, top with the remaining oatmeal creme pie pieces, drizzle with caramel sauce and add swirls of whipped cream if you like. Slice with a knife dipped in hot water and wiped dry for clean cuts.
Tips for the Best No-Bake Cheesecake
- Let the cream cheese soften fully at room temperature to avoid lumps.
- Make sure the heavy cream is very cold so it whips up quickly and holds its shape.
- Fold gently to keep the filling light and airy.
- Don’t rush the chilling time. The cheesecake needs at least 6 hours to set properly.
- If you don’t have a food processor, crush the creme pies by hand in a zip-top bag with a rolling pin.
Easy Variations
- Shortcut version: Swap the whipped heavy cream for 1 tub (225 g / 8 oz) of thawed whipped topping.
- Pumpkin spice twist: Add ½ cup of pumpkin purée and ½ tsp of pumpkin pie spice to the filling for an autumn version.
- Individual servings: Layer the crust and filling in small cups or jars for easy party desserts.
- Extra crunch: Sprinkle toasted pecans or walnuts over the top before serving.
How to Store It
Keep the cheesecake covered in the fridge for up to 4 days. Add the creme pie topping just before serving so it stays soft and fresh-looking. You can also freeze the cheesecake, without toppings, for up to 2 months. Wrap it tightly, then thaw overnight in the fridge before decorating and serving.
The Bottom Line
This Little Debbie Oatmeal Creme Pie no-bake cheesecake is nostalgic, easy and seriously delicious. With a soft cookie crust, a fluffy cream cheese filling and chunks of creme pie throughout, it’s a fun twist on a childhood favourite that’s sure to be a hit with kids and adults alike.
