Milky Bar No-Bake Cheesecake

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A decadent, no-bake cheesecake made from a biscuit base, a cream cheese, cream and milky bar filling, then drizzled with more white chocolate. A wonderful dessert to make for the white chocolate lovers!

A slice of cheesecake with a biscuit base and white chocolate drizzle sits on a plate in the foreground, with the remaining cheesecake on a tray in the background.

Cheesecake is my absolute favourite dessert. I've made several for VJ cooks including my Top Deck Cheesecake, Biscoff Cheesecake and Baked Raspberry Cheesecake. I can't decide which is my favourite!

In keeping with this theme I decided to create a Milky Bar No-Bake Cheesecake. It did not disappoint. If like me you're partial to some white chocolate, then you'll love this sweet treat.

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Milky Bar No-Bake Cheesecake

Ingredient notes:

Ingredients for a dessert arranged on a countertop: Milk Arrowroot biscuits, cream cheese, vanilla extract, butter, Milky Bar chocolate, sugar, and a measuring cup of milk.

Milky bar: If you're unfamiliar with 'Milky bars', they are a brand of white chocolate available in New Zealand and Australia. But any brand of good quality white chocolate can be used in this recipe!
Cream cheese: Make sure your cream cheese is full fat and at room temperature for a smooth, creamy texture. The cream cheese will help set the consistency so opt for full fat.
Arrowroot biscuits: Any type of plain biscuits can be used to make the base. SuperWines, Maries, Krispies or even Malt biscuits if you prefer. Avoid anything too sweet as the base needs to balance out the sweetness of the filling.

Note: Scroll to the recipe card for the ingredients, quantities and the full method.

Step by step instructions:

Line a 22cm round springform tin with clingfilm, pressing it into the base and sides.

A round metal cake pan lined with clear plastic wrap sits on a light speckled countertop.

Crushed cookie pieces inside a food processor bowl with a white blade attachment in the center.

Crush the biscuits into fine crumbs, then mix with the melted butter and salt.

Melted butter is being poured into a food processor containing crushed biscuits or graham crackers on a wooden countertop.

Crushed biscuit crumbs in a food processor bowl, viewed from above, forming an even layer around the central blade.

Press firmly into the base of the tin using the back of a spoon.

A round metal pan containing a pile of crushed graham cracker crumbs on plastic wrap, ready to be pressed into a crust.

A round metal pan filled with a flat, even layer of crushed biscuit or graham cracker crust, lined with plastic wrap.

In the bowl of a stand mixer, whip the cream to soft peaks. Transfer to another bowl and set aside. Break the Milkybar chocolate into pieces and place in a microwave-safe bowl. Heat in 30-second bursts, stirring between each, until fully melted and smooth. Set aside to cool slightly.

A metal mixing bowl with whipped cream mixture and a whisk attachment resting above it, placed on a wooden countertop.

An open Milkybar white chocolate bar, an empty wrapper, and several chocolate pieces in a glass measuring cup are arranged on a countertop.

In the stand mixer (no need to wash the bowl), beat the cream cheese until completely smooth. Add the caster sugar and vanilla, and continue mixing until the sugar has dissolved.

A metal mixing bowl with chunks of cream cheese and a stand mixer whisk attachment covered in cream cheese on a wooden countertop.

A stand mixer creaming together butter and sugar in a metal mixing bowl.

Working quickly, pour the melted white chocolate into the cream cheese mixture and mix to combine, scraping down the sides of the bowl as needed.

Thick, creamy batter is being poured into a metal mixing bowl containing more batter, with a red spatula resting inside the bowl.

A red spatula rests in a metal bowl filled with creamy white frosting or batter, partially mixed along the sides.

Fold in the whipped cream in two batches, using a spatula to gently combine without deflating the mixture. Pour the filling over the chilled biscuit base and smooth the top with a spatula. Refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or overnight, until fully set.

A mixing bowl filled with creamy, whipped frosting being stirred with a red spatula, placed on a light-colored countertop.

Creamy cheesecake filling is being poured from a bowl onto a graham cracker crust in a round pan lined with plastic wrap.

Once set, carefully remove the cheesecake from the tin and transfer to a serving plate.

A round, plain cheesecake with a smooth cream cheese topping and biscuit base, served on a white plate against a metallic background.

A round cheesecake on a white plate, topped with a drizzle of white chocolate. A bowl with a spoon is in the background.

Drizzle the remaining melted Milky bar chocolate over the top in thin lines so it slices easily. Chill again until the topping has set, then slice and serve.

A white chocolate cheesecake with a slice cut out and served on a blue plate, next to a Milkybar chocolate wrapper on a wooden table.

Recipe FAQs:

Can I use a different type of biscuit?

Yes, you can swap arrowroot biscuits for plain wine biscuits or digestives. I just like the extra milky taste the milk arrowroot biscuits have.

Can I make it ahead of time?

Definitely! This cheesecake can be made a day in advance and stored in the fridge until ready to serve.

Can I freeze it?

Yes, once set, the cheesecake can be frozen (without toppings) for up to 2 months. Thaw overnight in the fridge before serving.

Storage:

Store your cheesecake in the fridge for up to 5 days. It can easily be prepared the day before serving.

This cheesecake can also be frozen! Store in an airtight container, or well-wrapped cling film for up to two months. Thaw in the fridge overnight before serving.

Top tips:

Go slowly when melting the white chocolate and be careful not to overheat it - if it gets too hot, it can split and become unusable. My chef tutor always reminded us that a chocolate bar can melt in your pocket - it really doesn't need much heat!
Make sure your cream cheese is at room temperature so it blends smoothly without lumps. If it's too cold, it can cause the melted chocolate to seize and split the mixture, resulting in a grainy texture.
Forgot to take your cream cheese out of the fridge early? I put the containers into warm water to gently warm them for 5-10mins.
Whip the cream to soft peaks only. Overwhipping can make the filling grainy.
Refrigerate overnight for best results and easier slicing. To get clean slices, dip your knife in hot water and wipe between cuts. You can also scrape around the outside of the cheesecake with a knife after you remove it from the tin to create a nice smooth edge

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Milky Bar No-Bake Cheesecake

Yield: Serves 12

Prep Time: 30 minutes

Additional Time: 4 hours

Total Time: 4 hours 30 minutes

A decadent, no-bake cheesecake made from a biscuit base, a cream cheese, cream and milky bar filling, drizzled with more white chocolate.

Ingredients

Base

250g Arrowroot biscuits
120g butter, melted
⅛ tsp salt

Filling

1 cup cream
280g Milky bar white chocolate
450g cream cheese, room temperature
½ cup caster sugar
1 tsp vanilla essence

Topping

60g Milky bar, melted

Instructions

Line a 22cm round springform tin with clingfilm, pressing it into the base and sides.
Crush the biscuits into fine crumbs, then mix with the melted butter and salt. Press firmly into the base of the tin using the back of a spoon.
In the bowl of a stand mixer, whip the cream to soft peaks. Transfer to another bowl and set aside.
Break the Milkybar chocolate into pieces and place in a microwave-safe bowl. Heat in 30-second bursts, stirring between each, until fully melted and smooth. Set aside to cool slightly.
In the stand mixer (no need to wash the bowl), beat the cream cheese until completely smooth. Add the caster sugar and vanilla, and continue mixing until the sugar has dissolved.
Working quickly, pour the melted white chocolate into the cream cheese mixture and mix to combine, scraping down the sides of the bowl as needed.
Fold in the whipped cream in two batches, using a spatula to gently combine without deflating the mixture.
Pour the filling over the chilled biscuit base and smooth the top with a spatula. Refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or overnight, until fully set.
Once set, carefully remove the cheesecake from the tin and transfer to a serving plate.
Drizzle the remaining melted Milkybar chocolate over the top in thin lines so it slices easily. Chill again until the topping has set, then slice and serve.

Notes

Go slowly when melting the white chocolate and be careful not to overheat it - if it gets too hot, it can split and become unusable. My chef tutor always reminded us that a chocolate bar can melt in your pocket - it really doesn’t need much heat!
Make sure your cream cheese is at room temperature so it blends smoothly without lumps. If it’s too cold, it can cause the melted chocolate to seize and split the mixture, resulting in a grainy texture.
Forgot to take your cream cheese out of the fridge early? I put the containers into warm water to gently warm them for 5-10mins.

Nutrition Information:

Yield: 12 Serving Size: 1
Amount Per Serving: Calories: 518Total Fat: 38gSaturated Fat: 22gTrans Fat: 1gUnsaturated Fat: 13gCholesterol: 87mgSodium: 298mgCarbohydrates: 41gFiber: 0gSugar: 24gProtein: 6g

Nutritional values are approximate. Please use your own calculations if you require a special diet.

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