Description
Creamy Cookie Squares are a luscious no-bake dessert featuring a crunchy graham cracker crust topped with a smooth mixture of cream cheese, sweetened condensed milk, and whipped topping. Finished with mini chocolate chips or crushed cookies, these squares offer a delightful combination of creamy texture and sweet flavors, perfect for an easy, make-ahead treat.
Ingredients
Scale
Crust
- 1 package (14 oz) graham crackers, crushed into fine crumbs
- ½ cup unsalted butter, melted
Filling
- 1 package (8 oz) cream cheese, softened
- 1 can (14 oz) sweetened condensed milk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup whipped topping
Topping
- ½ cup mini chocolate chips or crushed cookies
- Additional whipped topping for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the crust: In a bowl, combine the crushed graham crackers with the melted butter until fully incorporated. Press this mixture firmly and evenly into the bottom of an 8×8-inch baking dish to create a stable crust layer.
- Make the filling: In a separate bowl, beat the softened cream cheese until smooth and creamy. Add the sweetened condensed milk and vanilla extract, mixing thoroughly until blended without lumps.
- Combine the filling: Gently fold the whipped topping into the cream cheese mixture until fully combined and creamy, taking care not to deflate the whipped topping too much.
- Assemble the dessert: Pour the creamy filling evenly over the prepared crust, smoothing the top with a spatula for an even layer. Sprinkle mini chocolate chips or crushed cookies over the surface to add texture and flavor.
- Chill: Place the baking dish in the refrigerator and chill for at least 4 hours, or until the dessert is fully set and firm.
- Serve: Once chilled, cut into 16 squares. Optionally top each square with a dollop of whipped topping before serving for extra creaminess and visual appeal.
Notes
- Swap graham crackers with crushed Oreos or chocolate cookies for a richer and chocolatey crust.
- Add a drizzle of chocolate or caramel sauce on top before serving to enhance sweetness and presentation.
- This dessert must be kept refrigerated until serving to maintain texture and prevent melting.
- The whipped topping can be substituted with homemade whipped cream if desired.
