Hey there, dessert lovers! Are you ready to embark on a delightful journey of flavors? Introducing the scrumptious No Bake Twix Cheesecake – a heavenly treat that will surely have your taste buds dancing with joy. This divine creation features layers of creamy cheesecake filling, sweet caramel, and a silky chocolate ganache, all resting atop a buttery biscuit base. It’s a delectable take on the classic Twix chocolate bar, and the best part is, it’s a no-bake wonder!
Gather Your Ingredients:
- 250g Shortcake Biscuits
- 75g Unsalted Butter, Melted
- 500g Full Fat Cream Cheese
- 75g Icing Sugar or Powdered Sugar
- 300ml Double Cream or Heavy Cream
- 2 tbsp Caramel Sauce or Dulce de Leche
- 100g Milk Chocolate
- 100ml Double Cream or Heavy Cream
- 4 Twix Fingers (for extra yum!)
Let’s Get Baking!
Step One: The Biscuit Base
- Start by crushing the shortcake biscuits into a sandy texture crumb, either using a food processor or by bashing them in a ziplock bag with a rolling pin. Mix in the melted butter until well combined.
- Press this delightful mixture into an 8-inch springform tin lined with greaseproof paper. Make sure to compact it well, and then let it chill in the fridge for around 30 minutes to an hour.
Step Two: The Creamy Cheesecake Filling
- In a stand mixer, gently whisk together the icing sugar and full-fat cream cheese until smooth and creamy. Add the double cream and whisk until the filling thickens beautifully.
- Now, let’s add some luscious caramel sauce into the mix. Gently whisk it in until the heavenly flavors are well combined.
Step Three: Assemble the Cheesecake
- Pour the dreamy cheesecake filling over the chilled biscuit base. Smooth and level the top with an offset spatula. Now comes the hard part – waiting! Chill the cheesecake in the fridge for at least 6 hours or overnight. Patience, dear bakers!
Step Four: Create the Chocolate Ganache
- Break the milk chocolate into pieces and place them in a heatproof bowl.
- Gently heat the double cream in a saucepan until it gently boils. Then, pour it over the chocolate and let it melt for about a minute.
- Stir together the chocolate and cream until smooth. Let it cool for around 30 minutes before you pour this silky delight over your cheesecake.
Step Five: Decorate and Serve!
- Spoon some more caramel sauce on top of the cheesecake and gently spread it across the surface, leaving a little gap around the edges. This makes it look even more irresistible!
- Whip up the remaining double cream with icing sugar and pipe it on top of the cheesecake. Now, this is where the magic happens – decorate with Twix fingers or any other yummy toppings of your choice.
- Place the cheesecake and caramel back in the fridge to chill while the chocolate ganache sets. After about 30 minutes, your masterpiece is ready to serve!
Baking Tips and Notes:
- Your No Bake Twix Cheesecake will stay delicious for up to 3 days in the fridge or up to 3 months in the freezer. Just remember to wrap it well to prevent ice crystals from forming in the filling.
- Use a springform cake pan for easy release without risking any damage to your cheesecake.
- For the creamiest result, use full-fat cream cheese and let it be at room temperature to avoid lumps.
- Whip the double cream until soft, thick peaks form. Don’t overwhip it, but also make sure it’s not too runny.
- And most importantly, enjoy every heavenly bite of this divine creation!
There you have it, a marvelous No Bake Twix Cheesecake that’s bound to make any occasion extra special. It’s a heavenly delight that will impress all who indulge in its creamy goodness. Happy baking and savoring, my fellow dessert enthusiasts!