No-bake Chocolate Cheesecake
Craving something indulgent but easy to make? This no-bake chocolate cheesecake is the answer. It has a crunchy speculaas granola base, a silky smooth chocolate filling, and a touch of vanilla — all topped with fresh fruit for that final flourish.
The best part? No oven needed! Just a few simple ingredients: granola, dark chocolate, cream, cream cheese, and a hint of agave. Plus, it’s set with agar agar, making it light yet perfectly firm.
This dreamy recipe was created by Merel from @Brighttaste — who, by the way, also roasts the most amazing coffee.
Ready to treat yourself? Find the full recipe below. Don’t forget to tag us if you make it — we’d love to see your creation!
Ingredients
- 125 g Granola of your choice (speculaas is a great option!)
- 50 g Butter
- 70 g Dark Chocolate
- 100 ml Heavy Cream
- 200 g Cream Cheese
- 1 tbsp Sugar Substitute
- 1 tbsp Agave Syrup
- 1 tsp Vanilla Extract
- 1 tsp (2 g) Agar Agar
- Fresh Fruit for garnish
How it's made
1. Start by lining the bottom of your springform pan with parchment paper. For the crust, blend your granola in a food processor until it’s finely ground.
2. Melt the butter and stir in the granola until you have a smooth, sandy texture. Press this mixture firmly into the bottom of the pan with a spoon, then pop it into the fridge to set.
3. Next, heat the heavy cream, dark chocolate, and sugar substitute in a saucepan until the chocolate is completely melted and smooth.
4. Add the cream cheese and whisk until combined. Stir in the agave syrup and vanilla extract.
5. Finally, add the agar agar and whisk the mixture for a few minutes until it’s smooth and starts to thicken slightly. Once you see bubbles forming, keep whisking for another 1-2 minutes.
6. Pour the cheesecake filling onto the chilled crust and let it set in the fridge overnight.
The next day, garnish with fresh fruit and enjoy! ✨