Overnight Weetabix cheesecake
Preparation Time: 20 minutes (+ overnight chilling)
Serves: 8
Ingredients:
For the Base:
- 200g (about 7 ounces) Weetabix biscuits, crushed
- 100g (1/2 cup) unsalted butter, melted
For the Filling:
- 500g (2 cups) cream cheese, softened
- 200g (1 cup) granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Zest of 1 lemon
- 250ml (1 cup) heavy cream, whipped to stiff peaks
For the Topping:
- Fresh berries (strawberries, blueberries, raspberries)
- Drizzle of honey or maple syrup (optional)
Instructions:
Prepare the Base:
- Crush Weetabix Biscuits:
- Place Weetabix biscuits in a zip-top bag and crush them using a rolling pin or a food processor until you have fine crumbs.
- Mix with Melted Butter:
- In a bowl, combine the crushed Weetabix biscuits with melted butter until the mixture resembles wet sand.
- Press into Base:
- Press the biscuit mixture firmly into the base of a springform pan to form an even crust. Place the pan in the refrigerator while preparing the filling.
Prepare the Filling:
- Beat Cream Cheese:
- In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese until smooth.
- Add Sugar and Flavorings:
- Add granulated sugar, vanilla extract, and lemon zest to the cream cheese. Beat until well combined.
- Fold in Whipped Cream:
- Gently fold the whipped cream into the cream cheese mixture until smooth and well incorporated.
- Layer Over the Base:
- Pour the cream cheese mixture over the prepared Weetabix base, smoothing the top with a spatula.
Chill Overnight:
- Refrigerate:
- Cover the springform pan with plastic wrap and refrigerate the cheesecake overnight, allowing it to set.
Serve:
- Top with Berries and Sweetener:
- Before serving, decorate the cheesecake with fresh berries and drizzle with honey or maple syrup if desired.
- Slice and Enjoy:
- Carefully remove the sides of the springform pan, slice the cheesecake, and serve chilled.
Serving Tip:
- Garnish with additional crushed Weetabix biscuits for a decorative touch.
Note: Feel free to experiment with different berries or add a fruit coulis for extra flavor.
