There’s something about a cherry cola float that brings back instant nostalgia.
But this version takes it somewhere richer.
Creamy cheesecake layers with a subtle cherry cola flavor, hiding a soft, gooey center that melts into every spoonful. Smooth, slightly fizzy-inspired, and perfectly indulgent with that classic sweet twist.
What you’ll need
For the base:
• 1 cup crushed chocolate cookies
• 3 tbsp melted butter
For the cheesecake layer:
• 8 oz cream cheese (softened)
• ¼ cup sugar
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• ½ cup heavy cream
For the cherry cola center:
• ½ cup cherry pie filling
• ¼ cup cola (reduced slightly for flavor)
• 1 tsp cornstarch (optional)
How it comes together
Mix the crushed cookies with melted butter and press into the bottom of small cups.
In a bowl, beat the cream cheese, sugar, and vanilla until smooth.
In another bowl, whip the heavy cream, then fold it gently into the cream cheese mixture.
In a small pan, warm the cherry filling with cola and cornstarch until slightly thickened, then let cool.
Layer the cheesecake mixture into the cups, add a spoon of cherry cola filling in the center, then top with more cream mixture.
Chill for at least 3–4 hours until set.
The best part
Scoop straight into the center.
The creamy cheesecake blends with the sweet cherry cola filling into a smooth, rich bite with a nostalgic twist that feels both familiar and new.
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