It happened. Or maybe I should say, it’s happening. I knew this day was coming, but I’d hoped that somehow we would avoid it and yet here we are. Our 8 and almost 4 year old have started bugging each other. I know, someone out there is probably rolling their eyes because that’s what siblings do, but because they are 4 years apart we were totally avoiding it so far. And then it started. Which is where this no bake cheesecake churro style comes in. Liberte says they want me to try their new caramel yogurt and I look at the bickering kids and say, BRING. IT. ON.
I’m totally open for suggestions here, folks. They’ve always adored each other and they still do, but they also purposefully bug each other lately. And if I ask one to stop it’s like they suddenly go deaf and flat out ignore me. And on top of it, the little one has started being defiant and throwing mini tantrums. WHAT?! The older one never did this!!!!
So tell me, how do you keep your kids playing nice, letting the older still feel like she’s her age while making sure that the younger one isn’t forgotten or bossed around? We’ve been trying to make sure that both have adequate time with mom and dad, play time with their own friends and then emphasizing that your family should ultimately be your best friend so there’s no reason to fight, but “that’s mine, I wanted it, she always gets to” bla bla bla is getting mighty old. And time out for an 8 year old is lame, but we aren’t big fans of grounding her not to mention it doesn’t work.
Oh boy, I don’t know what to do but in the meantime I did make them both help me make these desserts to show them that doing things together is more fun that fighting. They are so easy to make and that crust is so yummy with the addition of cinnamon but my favorite is definitely the yogurt filling. It’s marvelous. And you totally don’t have to add caramel or dulce de leche to the bottom of the pie, but we think it literally is 100000 times better that way. So, beat your cream cheese and yogurt, stir in your gelatin and get crackin’ on these pies because trust me, you’re going to need something sweet if you’ve got the picking on each other kid syndrome. Maybe I should just call in Mrs. PiggleWiggle…
Caramel will be arriving in stores later summer. Here is a link to Liberté’s product locator to find a retailer near you: https://liberteusa.com/Product-Locator
How Long Will Cheesecake Keep?
Cheesecake will keep for 5 days in the refrigerator.
It should be tightly covered in plastic wrap.
Can Cheesecake be Frozen?
Cheesecakes freeze incredibly well.
Wrap well in plastic and store in the freezer for up to 8 months.
What is a Churro?
Churro is a sweet dough that has been deep fried.
After frying, it is dusted with powdered sugar or cinnamon and sugar.
No Bake Cheesecake Churro Style
No Bake Cheesecake Churro Style
Ingredients
For the crust:
- 1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs
- 6 tablespoons salted butter
- 1/4 cup cinnamon sugar
- pinch of salt
For the filling:
- 1 1/4 cup Liberte Caramel Yogurt
- 4 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 3 tablespoons water
- 1 1/2 teaspoon unflavored gelatin
- 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1/2 cup fresh whipped cream, see tip plus 1 1/2 cups additional for serving.
- cinnamon sugar , for garnish
- strawberries , for garnish
Instructions
- Heat the oven to 350 degrees and spray 4 mini spring form pans.
- Melt the butter and add it, the sugar, and salt to the graham cracker crumbs and stir until it resembles wet sand.
- Spoon evenly between the 4 spring form pans and bake for 6-8 minutes or until dry and golden in color.
- Remove from the oven and allow to cool.
- In a large bowl, using a handheld mixer, beat the cream cheese until smooth.
- Add the yogurt and beat again until smooth.
- Meanwhile, in a sauce pan add the water and sprinkle the gelatin evenly over the top.
- Let stand for one minute and then turn on the heat to low and continuously stir until the gelatin is dissolved.
- Remove from the heat and allow to sit for 2 minutes.
- Add the gelatin mixture into the yogurt bowl and beat together.
- Fold in the whipped cream and cinnamon and spoon into the crusts evenly.
- Refrigerate for 2 to 2 1/2 hours and then top with additional whipped cream and strawberries.
- Serve.
Notes
These pies can be made up to 2 days ahead of time but do not add the whipped cream until serving.
Nutrition
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Ashley | The Recipe Rebel
Oh man, that is definitely one thing I’m not looking forward to about the second child — my daughter having someone to fight with! I may just have to keep a good supply of caramel yogurt and cheesecake nearby when it happens!
Sweet Basil
It definitely helps solve that issue. And, I totally need to email you. I have a question!
Gaby
I wish I had this right now!
Becky
I have three girls. My oldest is 8, middle is 5, and youngest is almost 4. I have no advice, but I DO feel your pain. My almost 4 year old bugs her sisters like it is her job and she is working for a promotion. 🙂 She makes my 8 year old crazy who then bugs her right back. The middle one is more neutral with them, although gets bugged by the younger one. My oldest doesn’t bug anyone, only her littlest sister. It is making me freaking insane.
I have hope that when my almost 4 year old actually turns 4 that it will help. Having 2 year olds was a breeze…3 year olds are a beast. A cute beast, but a beast nonetheless. To be fair, she turns 4 shortly before the other 2 go back to school, so that will help, too!
Hang in there <3
But, maybe a more experienced mommy can boss us both around, or at least offer some hope!
Oh, and these look delicious, by the way!
Sweet Basil
Becky, I totally agree. I think 2 is not really the terrible two’s like they say. It’s for sure the 3s!
Tom @ Raise Your Garden
Well I have two girls four and two and sometimes they play great and other times the two year has sunk her teeth in her sibling! Today is one of those days they’ve woken up on the wrong side of the bed. HELP! This no bake cheesecake will help. Looks delicious!
Sweet Basil
Ours too! Something is in the air today!