Sumptuous no-bake speculoos cheesecake: a delicious dessert for any occasion

This no-bake speculoos cheesecake is a creamy and indulgent dessert, perfect for those who want something sweet without having to turn on the oven. Featuring a buttery speculoos biscuit base, a rich and velvety filling of mascarpone, cream cheese and whipped cream, and topped with a succulent speculoos spread and biscuit crumble, this cheesecake is sure to please everyone. Its natural elegance and mouth-watering flavors make it a perfect choice for any gathering or special occasion.

Why you'll love it: The blend of creamy cheese and aromatic speculoos cookies offers a unique flavor that is both comforting and sophisticated. The texture is exceptionally creamy, thanks to the combination of mascarpone and Philadelphia cream cheese, balanced by the light crunch of the biscuit base. This no-bake recipe is not only easy to prepare, but also offers the convenience of making it ahead of time, ensuring a stress-free dessert option that's ready to impress.

Perfect occasion: This cheesecake is ideal for celebrations such as birthdays, holidays or any other festive gathering. It's also perfect for casual gatherings, afternoon tea or as a luxurious treat after a family dinner. Its no-cook nature makes it particularly suitable for warm months when you prefer to keep the kitchen cool.

Decorating Tips: For an exquisite presentation, whip the cream until stiff and place it around the edges of the cheesecake. Sprinkle the top with a drizzle of melted speculoos for a shiny finish. Crumble extra speculoos cookies and sprinkle them over the cheesecake for added texture and flavor. You can also garnish with a light dusting of cinnamon or cocoa powder to enhance the spicy notes of the speculoos.

Ingredients:

• For the base:
  • 150 g of speculoos biscuits
  • 75g melted butter
• For the cheesecake:
  • 250 g of mascarpone
  • 500 g cream cheese (Philadelphia)
  • 400 ml heavy cream (30% fat)
  • 150 g) sugar

• For decoration:
  • 100 ml cold heavy cream
  • 50 g of mascarpone
  • Crumbled speculoos biscuits
  • 150 g of melted speculoos spread

Instructions:

1. Prepare the base:
   • Crush the speculoos biscuits into fine crumbs using a food processor or rolling pin. Mix carefully with the melted butter.
   • Press the mixture firmly into the bottom of a 28cm springform pan. Place in the refrigerator while preparing the filling.

2. Prepare the cheesecake filling:
   • In a large bowl, combine the mascarpone, cream cheese and sugar. Beat with an electric mixer until smooth.
   • In another bowl, whip the heavy cream to stiff peaks. Gently fold the whipped cream into the cheese mixture until well incorporated.
   • Pour the filling onto the prepared base, smoothing the top with a spatula. Refrigerate for at least 4 hours, preferably overnight.
3. Decorate the cheesecake:
   • Whip the 100 ml of heavy cream and 50 g of mascarpone into stiff peaks. Pipe or spread on the cooled cheesecake.
   • Drizzle with melted speculoos spread over the whipped cream and sprinkle with crumbled speculoos biscuits.

Enjoy this delicious no-bake speculoos cheesecake, a simple but elegant dessert that is sure to satisfy any sweet tooth!