Cream Cheese Candy Melts
If you’re on the hunt for a no-bake treat that’s bursting with flavor and super simple to make, these Cream Cheese Candy Melts are about to be your new favorite thing. They’re creamy, colorful, and coated in sugar for that perfect touch of crunch. And with just a handful of ingredients, they’re the kind of sweet treat you can whip up on a whim!
This recipe has a special place in our kitchen, it’s one of those nostalgic treats that instantly transports us back to childhood. We’ve played around with lots of variations over the years, but this cherry-lime version is hands-down the most fun and flavorful combo. They’re perfect for holidays, baby showers, or just because you’re craving something sweet and tangy.
Love making easy no-bake candy at home? Check out our recipes for Twix Bites, Crock Pot Turtle Candy, and Homemade 3 Musketeers for more inspiration.
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Why You’ll Love This Recipe
- No baking required: These come together in a bowl with just a hand mixer and a bit of chill time.
- Bold, fruity flavor: The combo of lime and cherry jello adds vibrant flavor and color.
- Customizable: Swap in your favorite jello flavors to make it your own.
- Perfect for parties: These little treats are always a hit at gatherings and look super cute on a dessert table.
Ingredients
We’ve made this list to help you save time on your next trip to the grocery store. You can find the full amounts needed in the printable recipe card at the bottom of the post.
To make these Cream Cheese Candy Melts, you just need a few pantry staples: powdered sugar, cream cheese, flavored jello, and granulated sugar for coating. The magic happens when you combine the creamy base with vibrant jello flavors—think cherry and lime for a zingy, sweet burst in every bite. The texture is kind of like play dough, which makes it fun and easy to roll into bite-sized pieces.
Variations
- Different jello flavors: Try raspberry, orange, or even blue raspberry for a twist.
- Add extracts: A drop of vanilla or almond extract can add a new layer of flavor.
- Color swirl: Marbling two colors together can make a pretty presentation.
- Larger candies: Make them slightly bigger for a more indulgent bite.
Instructions
This is a quick overview of the steps needed to make this recipe. You can find the full instructions in the recipe card at the bottom of this post.
- Mix cream cheese and powdered sugar until smooth and pliable.
- Divide into two bowls and mix in jello powder (cherry in one, lime in the other).
- Roll into small balls, flatten slightly, and dip in sugar.
- Place on parchment-lined tray and refrigerate until ready to eat.
Expert Tips
- Make sure the cream cheese is at room temperature for easy mixing.
- Add extra powdered sugar as needed until the texture resembles soft play dough.
- Clean your mixer beaters between mixing the different colors.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do you have questions about this recipe? Here are the answers to the most commonly asked questions.
Yes! Any flavor will work, just swap in your favorite.
Yes, they should be stored in the fridge in an airtight container to stay fresh.
We don’t recommend freezing, as the texture can change. They’re best enjoyed fresh within a few days.
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📖Recipe
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Cream Cheese Candy Melts
Equipment
- large mixing bowl
- Electric mixer
- medium bowls
- baking sheet
- parchment paper
Ingredients
- 6 cups powdered sugar
- 8 ounces cream cheese room temp
- 1 tablespoon lime jello mix
- 1 tablespoons cherry jello mix
- ½ cup sugar
Instructions
- In a large bowl add the cream cheese and powdered sugar, mix using a hand mixer until everything comes together. If the mixture is still sticky add powdered sugar until it is no longer sticky (slightly sticky is okay) and you can form some of it into a ball.
- Divide the mixture into two separate bowls, add the cherry jello powder to one bowl and the lime to the other.
- Mix until completely mixed together and no white streaks show, make sure to clean off the beaters before mixing the other color so you don’t mix colors.
- Line a tray with parchment paper.
- Grab 1/2 an inch worth of one of the mixtures and roll it into a ball, slightly flatten out using your thumb and then dip each side in the sugar.
- Place on the parchment paper and repeat until you have none left.
- Refrigerate until you are ready to eat. Enjoy!
Notes
- Store in an airtight container in the fridge for 3-4 days.
- You can make these slightly bigger if you’d like it will just make less.
- You may need to add another cup or more of powdered sugar, add powdered sugar until you are able to pinch off pieces and roll into balls. Almost play doh texture.
- The cream cheese must be room temp or it will not work.
Disclaimer
Any nutritional data I provide is an approximation and actual dietary information can vary based on ingredients and proportion sizes.
