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    home » Recipes » Desserts

    No bake mini cheesecakes, perfect for sharing

    Published: Nov 25, 2020. Modified: Nov 29, 2020By:Kylie·This post may contain affiliate links·

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    mini cheesecakes on a tray

    Need to bring a dessert? These no bake mini cheesecakes are perfect for times when you need to bring dessert. They are easy to make and super versatile

    mini cheesecakes with different toppings on a tray

    And because they are mini- they are set in under 4 hours!

    Why you are going to love this recipe

    • it's easy to make
    • no-bake
    • quick to set
    • mini- so individual desserts
    • easy to transport
    • versatile - top them with whatever you like- see my suggestions below!
    close up of no bake mini cheesecake with star sprinkles

    No-bake

    I'm all about no-bake desserts! There is this awesome ginger caramel cheesecake on the blog, vanilla pannacotta and we love this yummy stonefruit and coconut semifreddo. Especially in summer when it's stiflingly hot, there is nothing worse than standing at the stove or oven for hours to make dessert.

    no bake mini cheesecakes on a tray with decorations and in the muffin pan pan in liners

    Cupcake liners

    You could try these without them, but I really recommend them. Large cheesecakes are traditionally made in springform pans, so making them mini we need to adapt.

    cupcake liners in a cupcake pan

    The cupcake liners come off super easily and you can use any that you have lying around at home- think all the leftovers from packs!

    hand holding a cheesecake removing the cupcake liner

    Transporting this dessert

    If you are going to be transporting these, leave them in the cupcake liners until you are at your destination. Also, leave them in the cupcake pan! You should be able to put cling film over the top without it sticking g to the tops of the cheesecakes. Put their decorations on when you get there too- or put decorations on the table and let everyone do their own.

    close up of a no bake mini cheesecake with kiwi on top

    Using gelatin/e

    This recipe uses gelatin to help set the cheesecake top, like many cheesecakes and other desserts. For something like this, you can use standard supermarket gelatin like the one in the picture.

    If you are using gelatin leaves, you need to check your packet instructions. Personally, my preference for this recipe is to use the powder.

    Make in advance

    You can make these no bake mini cheesecakes up to 48 hours before eating, just make sure that they are covered in the fridge so they don't develop and thick skin on top.

    no bake mini cheesecake on a plate without topping

    Ingredients

    Base

    • digestive biscuits (or sub for another dry sweet biscuit of your choice)
    • butter, unsalted
    • desiccated coconut, to add texture
    • brown sugar to give a caramelised flavour
    ingredients, butter, brown sugar, digestive biscuits and desiccated coconut

    Topping

    • thickened cream
    • cream cheese
    • sugar
    • vanilla
    • lemon juice
    • gelatine ( and hot water)
    thickened cream, cream cheese, gelatin, vanilla paste and a lemon

    My simple no-bake method

    Base

    • melt the butter
    • pop the digestives, coconut and sugar into the bowl of a food processor
    • blitz until it resembles rough sand
    • spread evenly between the 12 holes of a cupcake pan (lined)
    process shots for no bake mini cheesecakes

    Topping

    • combine the gelatin and hot water in a small jug and whisk together leave to sit for 5 minutes
    • add the cream to the bowl of a stand mixer and whisk until you have stiff peaks
    • add the cream cheese, vanilla, sugar, lemon juice and the gelatin mix (give it a final whisk with the fork)
    • whisk until all well combined
    • spoon over the bases and smooth over the tops
    • refrigerate for 3 hours or until the liners pull away easily
    • top with decorations and serve- or serve and allow everyone to decorate their own
    process steps for the topping of the no bake mini cheesecakes

    Fun decorations

    • m &m s
    • sprinkles
    • freeze dried fruit
    • fresh blueberries
    • kiwi fruit
    • Christmas sprinkles
    • grated chocolate
    • Caramel gingerbread popcorn
    different topping/ decorating ideas: m&ms sprinkles, freeze dried raspberries, kiwi fruit, blueberries and sprinkles

    Storing and freezing

    Before decorating, these can be frozen! Just pop in the fridge the night before you need them to bring them back to eating temp. Freeze them in the cupcake liners in the cupcake pan, then transfer to a container when solid. When defrosting I put them back into the cupcake pan in the fridge so they don't get knocked around.

    Substitutions

    • digestives could be swapped with other sweet biscuits like graham crackers, gingernut biscuits, wheaten biscuits
    • butter can be subbed with coconut oil
    • gelatin can be swapped with gel it in or agar agar for a vegetarian option

    no bake mini cheesecakes

    These no bake mini cheesecakes are the perfect dessert for any occasion! Easy to make in advance and even freezer friendly.
    5 from 7 votes
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    Course: Desserts
    Cuisine: Modern Australian
    Prep Time: 10 minutes
    setting time: 3 hours
    Total Time: 3 hours 10 minutes
    Servings: 12 people
    Calories: 223kcal
    Author: Kylie

    Equipment

    12 hole cupcake pan
    food processor
    mixer
    cupcake liners
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    Ingredients

    Base

    • 100 grams digestive biscuits or sub for another dry sweet biscuit of your choice
    • ¼ cup unsalted butter
    • ¼ cup desiccated coconut
    • ¼ cup brpwn sugar

    Topping

    • ½ cup thickened cream and hot water
    • 250 grams cream cheese full fat!
    • ¼ cup caster sugar
    • 2 tsps vanilla extract
    • juice of one lemon
    • 1 teaspoon gelatine powder
    • 2 tbsps boiling water

    Instructions

    Base

    • Melt the butter - I do this in the microwave.
    • Put the digestives, coconut and sugar into the bowl of a food processor
    • Blitz until it resembles rough sand
    • Spread evenly between the 12 holes of a cupcake pan (lined)
    • Refrigerate until the topping is ready.

    Topping

    • Combine the gelatin and hot water in a small jug and whisk together leave to sit for 5 minutes
    • aAdd the cream to the bowl of a stand mixer and whisk until you have stiff peaks
    • Add the cream cheese, vanilla, sugar, lemon juice and the gelatin mix (give it a final whisk with the fork)
    • Whisk until all well combined
    • Spoon over the bases and smooth over the tops
    • Refrigerate for 3 hours or until the liners pull away easily
    • Top with decorations and serve- or serve and allow everyone to decorate their own

    Notes

    Freezr friendly- freeze in the liners and in a cupcake tray then transfer to a container when solid.

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    Nutrition

    Serving: 1cheesecake | Calories: 223kcal | Carbohydrates: 17g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 17g | Saturated Fat: 10g | Cholesterol: 47mg | Sodium: 114mg | Potassium: 63mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 12g | Vitamin A: 544IU | Calcium: 34mg | Iron: 1mg
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    Comments

    1. Sylvie says

      December 01, 2020 at 9:38 am

      5 stars
      These are such cute little cakes, I love that you can decorate them in so many different ways - it would make a super fun baking activity to do with kids!

      Reply
    2. Rachi says

      December 01, 2020 at 8:27 am

      5 stars
      Such a fun way to get the kids involved!!! Amazing recipe.

      Reply
    3. Sarah says

      November 29, 2020 at 8:09 pm

      5 stars
      Omg these are super cute, as so versatile! I love that you can mix things up and top them with whatever you like, keeps everyone happy 🙂

      Reply
      • Kylie says

        November 30, 2020 at 12:08 am

        Exactly. It's the best possible plan for desserts because I can keep them in the freezer until the day too!

        Reply
    4. Lily (GastroSenses) says

      November 29, 2020 at 2:52 pm

      5 stars
      This sounds and looks like absolute paradise!!

      Reply
      • Kylie says

        November 30, 2020 at 12:36 am

        Thanks Lily!

        Reply
    5. Christie Gagnon says

      November 29, 2020 at 1:11 pm

      5 stars
      I love that these are individual servings and that there is no baking needed. Thanks for sharing!

      Reply
      • Kylie says

        November 30, 2020 at 12:37 am

        It's 40 degrees celsius right here at the moment- far too hot for anything that involves baking!

        Reply
    6. Cathleen says

      November 29, 2020 at 11:51 am

      I love making these cheesecakes, and these were perfect. Thank you so much for this recipe, I am definitely going to be making this on repeat from now on!

      Reply
    7. Alison says

      November 29, 2020 at 11:37 am

      5 stars
      These mini cheesecakes are so cute, and delicious! So easy to make, and a great way to share a dessert with friends!

      Reply
      • Kylie says

        November 29, 2020 at 11:41 am

        Yes they are perfect for that!

        Reply
    8. Toni says

      November 29, 2020 at 11:30 am

      5 stars
      These are incredibly delicious and so easy to make. I can think of so many ways to decorate them for upcoming holidays. Great recipe.

      Reply
      • Kylie says

        November 29, 2020 at 11:40 am

        Yes! So many fun ways to decorate them! I have frozen two batches for Christmas day.

        Reply

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