Fourth of July Cheesecake Pops (No-Bake)
Celebrate Independence Day with these fun and festive Fourth of July Cheesecake Pops (No-Bake)! Creamy cheesecake bites are dipped in candy melts, rolled in patriotic sprinkles, and served on a stick—no oven needed! They’re the perfect easy dessert for BBQs, potlucks, or holiday fun with the kids.
Ingredients
- 8 oz cream cheese softened
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 ½ cups graham cracker crumbs
- 10 oz white candy melts or white chocolate
- Red and blue candy melts optional, for color accent
- Patriotic sprinkles red, white, and blue
- 24 lollipop or cake pop sticks
Instructions
- Make the Cheesecake Base: In a mixing bowl, beat cream cheese until smooth. Add powdered sugar and vanilla, mixing until fully combined. Stir in graham cracker crumbs until evenly incorporated.
- Shape Into Balls: Roll the mixture into tablespoon-sized balls and place on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Insert a stick into each.
- Chill: Refrigerate for at least 1–2 hours, or freeze for 30 minutes until firm.
- Melt the Coating: Melt white candy melts (or chocolate) according to package directions. If using colored melts, melt them separately.
- Dip and Decorate: Dip each pop into the melted coating, let the excess drip off, then quickly add sprinkles or drizzle with colored candy melts.
- Set: Stand pops upright in a foam block or place flat on parchment to set. Chill until ready to serve.
Notes
Fourth of July Cheesecake Pops (No-Bake) – Helpful Tips
Cooking Tips & TechniquesUse room-temperature cream cheese and beat until smooth before adding other ingredients—this keeps the filling creamy and lump-free.
Chill the mixture for at least 30 minutes before rolling into balls to make handling easier.
Dip the chilled cheesecake balls into melted white chocolate or candy coating for a firm shell that holds well.
Decorate quickly with patriotic sprinkles, crushed freeze-dried berries, or colored sugar before the coating sets.
Use lollipop sticks or small skewers for a fun, portable treat—perfect for party trays. Serving Suggestions
Display pops upright in a decorated foam block or chilled platter for festive presentation.
Arrange in mini cupcake liners and serve as part of a dessert board with fruit, brownies, and cookies.
Pair with lemonade, berry punch, or iced coffee for backyard celebrations.
Great for Fourth of July BBQs, picnics, and kids' parties—no utensils needed!
Serve cold for the best texture and flavor, especially on hot summer days. Make-Ahead & Storage
Make-Ahead: Prepare and decorate up to 2 days in advance. Store chilled in an airtight container.
Refrigerator: Keep pops in the fridge for up to 5 days; place parchment between layers to avoid sticking.
Freezer: Freeze undecorated cheesecake balls up to 1 month. Thaw in the fridge, then dip and decorate before serving.
Reheat: No reheating needed—serve straight from the fridge or slightly chilled. Tasty Variations to Try
Berry Swirl Version: Swirl crushed strawberries or raspberries into the cheesecake base before chilling.
Chocolate Dipped: Use milk or dark chocolate instead of white for a richer twist.
Gluten-Free: Use gluten-free graham crackers or cookies for the crust portion.
Lemon Zest Boost: Add fresh lemon zest to the base for a tangy, citrusy pop.
Mini Cheesecake Truffles: Skip the stick and serve bite-sized balls in candy cups.