No Bake Nanaimo Bar Cheesecake Recipe
Transform your favorite Canadian treat into a decadent dessert! This No Bake Nanaimo Bar Cheesecake is rich, creamy, and oh-so-delicious! 🍫🍰
Ingredients
Ingredients for the Base
- 1½ cups graham cracker crumbs
- ½ cup shredded coconut
- ¼ cup cocoa powder
- ½ cup unsalted butter melted
- ¼ cup granulated sugar
Ingredients for the Creamy Filling
- 16 oz cream cheese softened
- ½ cup unsalted butter softened
- 1½ cups powdered sugar
- 2 tablespoons vanilla custard powder
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ½ cup heavy cream
Ingredients for the Chocolate Ganache Topping
- 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
- ½ cup heavy cream
Instructions
Making the Base
- In a mixing bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs, shredded coconut, cocoa powder, and granulated sugar.
- Stir in the melted butter until the mixture resembles wet sand.
- Press the mixture firmly into the bottom of a greased springform pan.
- Chill the base in the fridge for 15–20 minutes.
Preparing the Cheesecake Filling
- Beat the cream cheese and butter together until smooth and creamy.
- Add powdered sugar, custard powder, and vanilla extract, mixing until fully incorporated.
- Gradually add heavy cream and beat until the filling is light and fluffy.
- Spread the filling evenly over the chilled base and smooth the top with a spatula.
Adding the Chocolate Ganache
- Heat the heavy cream in a small saucepan or microwave-safe bowl until just simmering.
- Pour the hot cream over the chocolate chips and let sit for 2–3 minutes.
- Stir until smooth and glossy, then let cool slightly.
- Pour the ganache over the cheesecake filling, spreading it evenly.