Description
This No Bake Nanaimo Bar Cheesecake recipe blends a classic Canadian dessert with a creamy, no-bake twist. Featuring layers of chocolate, custard-flavored cheesecake, and a coconut-graham cracker crust, this indulgent treat is easy to prepare and perfect for sharing!
Ingredients
Crust:
- 1 ½ cups graham cracker crumbs
- ½ cup shredded coconut
- ½ cup melted butter
- ¼ cup cocoa powder
Cheesecake Layer:
- 16 oz cream cheese (softened)
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 1/4 cup custard powder (or vanilla pudding mix)
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup heavy whipping cream (whipped to stiff peaks)
Chocolate Ganache Topping:
- 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
- ½ cup heavy cream
Instructions
- Make the Crust: In a bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs, shredded coconut, melted butter, and cocoa powder. Press firmly into the bottom of a springform pan. Chill for 20 minutes.
- Prepare Cheesecake Layer: Beat cream cheese, powdered sugar, custard powder, and vanilla until smooth. Fold in whipped cream. Spread evenly over the crust. Chill for 2-3 hours.
- Prepare Chocolate Ganache: Heat heavy cream and pour over chocolate chips. Stir until smooth. Spread ganache over the cheesecake layer. Chill until set.
- Serve: Slice and enjoy your no-bake Nanaimo bar cheesecake!
Notes
- Substitute custard powder with vanilla pudding mix if unavailable.
- Chill cheesecake overnight for best results.
- Use a springform pan for easy removal.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-bake
- Cuisine: Canadian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 430
- Sugar: 28g
- Sodium: 220mg