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Creamy No-Bake Nutella Cheesecake Recipe with Easy Hazelnut Cookie Crust

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A rich and creamy no-bake Nutella cheesecake with a crunchy hazelnut cookie crust, perfect for quick indulgent desserts without the oven.

Ingredients

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  • 1 ½ cups (150g) hazelnut cookies, crushed (Biscoff or nutty shortbread recommended)
  • 4 tbsp (60g) unsalted butter, melted
  • 2 tbsp (25g) granulated sugar (optional)
  • 16 oz (450g) cream cheese, softened
  • 1 cup (280g) Nutella or favorite hazelnut spread
  • 1 cup (240ml) heavy whipping cream, cold
  • ½ cup (60g) powdered sugar, sifted
  • 1 tsp pure vanilla extract
  • Pinch of salt
  • Optional garnishes: chopped roasted hazelnuts, chocolate shavings or curls, fresh berries

Instructions

  1. Place the hazelnut cookies in a food processor and pulse until finely crushed. Alternatively, crush them in a sealable plastic bag using a rolling pin.
  2. Pour the cookie crumbs into a mixing bowl. Stir in the melted butter and granulated sugar (if using) until crumbs are evenly coated and hold together when pressed.
  3. Press the crumb mixture firmly and evenly into the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan using the back of a spoon or flat-bottomed glass.
  4. Chill the crust in the refrigerator for at least 15 minutes to set.
  5. In a large bowl, beat the softened cream cheese with an electric mixer until smooth and creamy, about 2-3 minutes.
  6. Mix in the Nutella, vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt until fully combined and glossy.
  7. In a separate chilled bowl, whip the cold heavy cream with powdered sugar until stiff peaks form, about 3-4 minutes on medium-high speed.
  8. Gently fold the whipped cream into the Nutella and cream cheese mixture in batches using a rubber spatula to keep the filling light and airy.
  9. Pour the filling over the chilled crust and spread evenly. Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight to set.
  10. Before serving, garnish with chopped hazelnuts, chocolate shavings, or fresh berries if desired. Run a knife around the edges before releasing the springform pan for clean slices.

Notes

Use room temperature cream cheese to avoid lumps. Chill bowl and beaters before whipping cream for best results. Fold whipped cream gently to keep filling airy. Press crust firmly for clean slices. Chilling overnight improves texture and flavor. For faster setting, freeze for 1 hour but avoid freezing solid.

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