Cookie Butter Cheesecake Cups Recipe
Delicious Cookie Butter Cheesecake Cups featuring a crunchy cookie crust, creamy cheesecake filling, and luscious cookie butter layers, topped with whipped cream and extra cookie crumbs for an indulgent dessert perfect for any occasion.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 2 hours 30 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Crust
- 1 ½ cups (150 g) cookie butter sandwich cookies or speculoos cookies, crushed
- 5 tbsp unsalted butter, melted
Cheesecake Filling
- 225 g (8 oz) cream cheese, softened
- ½ cup (120 ml) heavy cream, cold
- ½ cup (60 g) powdered sugar
- ½ tsp vanilla extract
Layer & Garnish
- ½ cup cookie butter spread (slightly melted for easy spreading)
- Whipped cream (for garnish)
- Extra cookie crumbs (for garnish)
- Warmed cookie butter drizzle (for garnish)
Instructions
- Prepare Crust: In a bowl, mix crushed cookies with melted butter until the mixture reaches a sandy texture.
- Form Crust Layer: Press the cookie mixture firmly into the bottom of serving cups or jars to create the base layer.
- Beat Cream Cheese: In a separate bowl, beat the softened cream cheese until smooth and creamy.
- Whip Cream: In another bowl, whip the cold heavy cream until stiff peaks form.
- Combine Filling: Gently fold the whipped cream, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract into the cream cheese until the mixture is light and fluffy.
- Layer Cookie Butter: Spread a thin layer of slightly melted cookie butter over the pressed crust in each cup.
- Add Cheesecake Filling: Spoon the cheesecake filling on top of the cookie butter layer, smoothing it out.
- Repeat Layers: Optionally, repeat the crust, cookie butter, and filling layers for a more indulgent dessert.
- Chill: Refrigerate the assembled cups for at least 2–3 hours to allow the cheesecake to set properly.
- Garnish and Serve: Before serving, top with whipped cream, extra cookie crumbs, and a drizzle of warmed cookie butter for added flavor and presentation.
Notes
- Use speculoos cookies or any spiced cookie for authentic flavor.
- Ensure cream cheese is fully softened to avoid lumps in the filling.
- Whip the heavy cream until stiff peaks for a light and airy filling.
- Warming the cookie butter slightly makes spreading easier but do not overheat.
- Refrigerate long enough to let the cheesecake firm up for best texture.
- For easier serving, use clear jars or cups to showcase the layers.
- Can be customized with toppings like crushed nuts or caramel drizzle.
