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    home » Recipes » Desserts

    No Bake Mini Cheesecakes, perfect for sharing

    Published: Nov 25, 2020. Modified: Mar 16, 2023By:Kylie·This post may contain affiliate links·

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    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, and can even be frozen so they can be made in advance. Great for dressing at the table with your favourite toppings, they are a great mini dessert. Being mini they set in under 4 hours! With a creamy cheesecake filling and whatever toppings you want, you've got the perfect dessert!

    mini cheesecakes with different toppings on a tray
    Contents hide
    1 Why you are going to love this recipe
    2 What goes into the recipe
    3 How to make this recipe
    4 Expert Tips and FAQs
    5 More no-bake desserts
    6 No Bake Mini Cheesecake Recipe

    Why you are going to love this recipe

    • it's easy to make
    • no-bake, you don't need your oven
    • quick to set
    • mini- so individual desserts
    • easy to transport
    • versatile - top them with whatever you like- see my suggestions below!
    • no eggs
    • made in muffin pans
    • classic cheesecake filling and a cookie crust

    What goes into the recipe

    The base of this recipe only needs 4 ingredients!

    ingredients, butter, brown sugar, digestive biscuits and desiccated coconut

    Base

    • digestive biscuits (or sub for another dry sweet biscuit of your choice)
    • butter, unsalted.
    • desiccated coconut, to add texture to the base mixture.
    • brown sugar to give a caramelised flavour
    thickened cream, cream cheese, gelatin, vanilla paste and a lemon

    Topping

    • thickened cream
    • cream cheese
    • sugar
    • vanilla
    • lemon juice
    • gelatine ( and hot water)

    For decorating

    • m &m s
    • sprinkles
    • freeze dried fruit
    • fresh blueberries
    • fresh strawberries
    • whipped cream
    • caramel sauce
    • oreos
    • chocolate chips
    • kiwi fruit
    • Christmas sprinkles
    • grated chocolate
    • cherry pie filling
    • chocolate ganache
    • Caramel gingerbread popcorn
    different topping/ decorating ideas: m&ms sprinkles, freeze dried raspberries, kiwi fruit, blueberries and sprinkles

    How to make this recipe

    Base

    • melt the butter, pour the melted butter into your food processor
    • pop the digestives, coconut and sugar into the bowl of a food processor
    • blitz until it resembles rough sand, or fine crumbs
    • 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 at room temperature for 5 minutes
    • add the cream to the bowl of a stand mixer and whisk until you have stiff peaks. You can also use an electric hand mixer.
    • 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

    Expert Tips and FAQs

    How do you use gelatin?

    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.

    Can I make these cheesecakes 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.

    Can I transport this recipe?

    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.

    Do I have to use 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.
    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!

    Can I freeze this recipe?

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

    What ingredients can I swap?

    digestives could be swapped with other sweet biscuits like graham crackers, gingernut biscuits, wheaten biscuits, even oreo cookies if you want to make a chocolate base
    butter can be subbed with coconut oil
    gelatin can be swapped with gel it in or agar agar for a vegetarian option

    More no-bake desserts

    • Hedgehog slice, nut free and no bake!
    • ginger caramel cheesecake
      Ginger caramel cheesecake, a no-bake celebration cake
    • vanilla pannacotta with different topping, chocolate, blueberries and passionfruit
      Vanilla Pannacotta- quick and easy kid friendly dessert
    • stonefruit and coconut semifreddo
      Stonefruit and coconut semifreddo
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    No Bake Mini Cheesecake Recipe

    These no bake mini cheesecakes are the perfect dessert for any occasion! Easy to make in advance and even freezer friendly.
    5 from 9 votes
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    Course: Desserts
    Cuisine: Modern Australian
    Prep Time: 10 minutes minutes
    setting time: 3 hours hours
    Total Time: 3 hours hours 10 minutes 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.

    Recipe video

    Nutritional Information

    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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    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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