Description
Craving a decadent, bite-sized dessert that’s easy to whip up? These Mini Biscoff Cheesecakes are your perfect choice! Featuring a buttery Biscoff cookie crust, a creamy no-bake cheesecake filling infused with Biscoff spread, and topped with whipped cream, more Biscoff spread, and a cookie garnish, these mini treats are a delightful blend of rich, creamy, and spiced caramel flavors
Ingredients
Crust
- Biscoff Cookies (165 g, ~20 cookies): Provide a spiced, caramelized crust base.
- Unsalted Butter (80 g, melted): Binds the crust for a firm layer.
Cheesecake
- Whipping Cream (200 g, cold): Creates a light, airy filling.
- Cream Cheese (500 g, 2 bricks, softened to room temperature): Adds rich, creamy texture.
- Greek Yogurt (100 g): Brings subtle tang and creaminess.
- Powdered Sugar (100 g): Sweetens the filling smoothly.
- Biscoff Spread (100 g, warmed until runny): Infuses caramelized, spiced flavor.
Toppings
- Whipping Cream (200 g, cold): Forms a fluffy, decorative topping.
- Powdered Sugar (20 g): Sweetens the whipped cream topping.
- Vanilla Extract (½ tsp): Enhances the whipped cream flavor.
- Biscoff Spread (100 g, warmed until runny): Adds a glossy, caramelized drizzle.
- Biscoff Cookies (12, whole or crumbled): Provide a crunchy garnish.
Substitutions and Variations
- Biscoff Cookies: Use gluten-free Biscoff or graham crackers for gluten-free; digestive biscuits work too.
- Biscoff Spread: Swap with speculoos spread or peanut butter for a different flavor (note flavor change).
- Whipping Cream: Replace with coconut cream for vegan/dairy-free (may add coconut flavor).
- Cream Cheese: Use vegan cream cheese for vegan/dairy-free.
- Greek Yogurt: Swap with sour cream or vegan yogurt for similar tang.
- Gluten-Free Version: Use gluten-free Biscoff cookies; all other ingredients are gluten-free.
- Vegan Version: Swap Biscoff cookies with vegan alternatives, butter with vegan butter, cream cheese with vegan cream cheese, whipping cream with coconut cream, and Greek yogurt with vegan yogurt.
- Keto Adjustment: Not easily keto-friendly due to high sugar content (~25–35g net carbs per serving); consider a keto cheesecake recipe with low-carb cookies and sugar-free sweetener.
- Flavor Twist: Add ½ tsp cinnamon to the filling or top with chocolate drizzle for variety
Instructions
Step 1: Prepare the Crust
- Line a 12-cup muffin pan with parchment muffin liners.
- Place 165 g Biscoff cookies in a zip-top bag and crush with a rolling pin until fine (or use a food processor).
- Transfer crumbs to a medium bowl, add 80 g melted unsalted butter, and stir until the mixture resembles wet sand.
- Add a heaping tablespoon of crumb mixture to each muffin liner. Press into a flat, even layer using a small measuring cup or rolling pin end.
- Chill the pan in the refrigerator while preparing the filling.
Tip: Crush cookies finely for a smooth crust; press firmly for a sturdy base.
Step 2: Make the Cheesecake Filling
- In a medium mixing bowl, beat 200 g cold whipping cream with an electric hand mixer on low-medium speed until stiff peaks form (3–
5 minutes). Set aside. 2. In a large mixing bowl, combine 500 g softened cream cheese, 100 g Greek yogurt, and 100 g powdered sugar. Beat with the hand mixer on low-medium speed until smooth and creamy. 3. Warm 100 g Biscoff spread (stove or microwave in 10-second intervals) until runny, then add to the cream cheese mixture and mix until fully combined. 4. Gently fold the whipped cream into the cream cheese mixture with a spatula until no streaks remain, being careful not to deflate the cream.
Tip: Ensure cream cheese is at room temperature for smooth blending; fold whipped cream gently to keep the filling airy.
Step 3: Assemble the Cheesecakes
- Using an ice cream scooper or spoon, add about 6 tablespoons of cheesecake mixture to each muffin liner on top of the crust.
- Smooth the top with the back of a spoon, pressing gently to fill the edges.
- Cover the pan with plastic wrap and chill in the refrigerator for at least 12 hours (overnight preferred) to set firmly.
Tip: Scoop evenly for uniform cheesecakes; chill thoroughly for a firm texture.
Step 4: Prepare the Toppings
- In a medium mixing bowl, beat 200 g cold whipping cream, 20 g powdered sugar, and ½ tsp vanilla extract with an electric hand mixer on low-medium speed until stiff peaks form.
- Transfer the whipped cream to a piping bag with a piping tip of your choice.
- Warm 100 g Biscoff spread (stove or microwave in 10-second intervals) until runny.
Tip: Whip cream just before serving for the freshest texture; warm Biscoff spread gradually to avoid burning.
Step 5: Decorate and Serve
- Remove cheesecakes from the muffin liners and place on a wire rack or serving dish (keep liners on for convenience if preferred).
- Spoon about 1 tablespoon of runny Biscoff spread onto each cheesecake and spread with the back of a spoon, letting excess drip over the sides.
- Pipe swirls of whipped cream on top of each cheesecake.
- Garnish with a whole Biscoff cookie or sprinkle with Biscoff crumbs.
- Serve immediately or refrigerate until ready to serve.
Tip: Work quickly with Biscoff spread to maintain its runny texture; chill decorated cheesecakes briefly if not serving immediately.