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Nutella Cheesecake

Indulge in a rich, creamy, and buttery Nutella Cheesecake that's surprisingly easy to make and perfect for any occasion.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Total Time 4 hours
Servings: 8 pieces
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 400
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the crust
  • 200 grams Digestive biscuits (or graham crackers) Use gluten-free biscuits for a gluten-free option.
  • 100 grams Butter, melted Can substitute with dairy-free spread.
For the filling
  • 400 grams Cream cheese, softened Make sure it's at room temperature.
  • 300 grams Nutella This is the star ingredient.
  • 100 grams Sugar Can substitute with honey or maple syrup.
  • 200 ml Heavy cream Whipping cream can be used as a substitute.
Optional toppings
  • Whipped cream For serving.
  • Chocolate shavings For garnish.
  • Chopped hazelnuts For garnish.

Method
 

Preparation of the crust
  1. Crush the digestive biscuits in a food processor until they resemble fine crumbs.
  2. Combine the crushed biscuits with melted butter in a bowl and mix well.
  3. Press the crumb mixture into the bottom of a springform pan evenly and chill in the fridge.
Preparation of the filling
  1. Beat the cream cheese in a large bowl until smooth and creamy.
  2. Gradually add in the Nutella and sugar, beating until well incorporated.
  3. In a separate bowl, whip the heavy cream until soft peaks form.
  4. Gently fold the whipped cream into the Nutella mixture until smooth and fluffy.
Combine and chill
  1. Pour the filling over the chilled crust, smoothing the top with a spatula.
  2. Cover and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, preferably overnight.
Serving
  1. Once set, carefully release the cheesecake from the springform pan.
  2. Slice and serve with your favorite toppings.

Notes

Pro Tips: Use room temperature ingredients, give it enough time to chill, and use a hot knife for clean slices. You can try adding chopped nuts or sea salt for added flavor.