This no-bake cheesecake takes inspiration from the luxurious flavors of Ferrero Rocher chocolates and transforms them into a decadent dessert that's perfect for the festive season. It features a rich, buttery base made with digestive biscuits and ground hazelnuts. The filling is a blend of creamy chocolate hazelnut spread, dairy-free cream cheese, icing sugar, and dark chocolate, offering a smooth and indulgent texture. Topped with a double layer of dark chocolate ganache and a sprinkle of ground hazelnuts, this cheesecake is as visually impressive as it is delicious. It's a convenient option as it can be prepared the night before, making it an ideal choice for entertaining.
Why You'll Love This:
- No-Bake Convenience: Easy to make without any baking required.
- Rich and Decadent: Features a combination of chocolate and hazelnuts for a luxurious taste.
- Perfect for Make-Ahead: Can be prepared in advance, saving time on the day of serving.
- Vegan-Friendly: Made with all dairy-free ingredients.
- Festive and Elegant: Ideal for a special holiday dessert or any celebratory occasion.
Ingredients: For the Base:
- 200g digestive biscuits (vegan)
- 100g ground hazelnuts
- 150g dairy-free unsalted butter
For the Cheesecake Filling:
- 500g dairy-free cream cheese
- 150g chocolate hazelnut spread (vegan Nutella or alternative)
- 80g icing sugar
- 270ml dairy-free double cream
- 150g dark chocolate (vegan)
For the Topping:
- 300ml thick cream (vegan)
- 150g dark chocolate (vegan)
- 100g ground hazelnuts
Method:
- Crush digestive biscuits and mix with ground hazelnuts and melted dairy-free butter for the base. Press into a cheesecake pan.
- For the filling, blend dairy-free cream cheese with chocolate hazelnut spread, icing sugar, and melted dark chocolate. Whip in the dairy-free double cream until smooth and creamy.
- Pour the filling over the biscuit base and refrigerate.
- For the topping, heat the thick cream and pour over chopped dark chocolate to create a ganache. Spread over the cheesecake and sprinkle with ground hazelnuts.
- Refrigerate overnight until set and ready to serve.
Enjoy this exquisite Vegan Ferrero Rocher-Inspired No-Bake Cheesecake, a treat that's sure to delight your guests this festive season! 🎉🌰🍫✨