Viral 2-Ingredient Japanese Cheesecake
TikTok strikes again with this Viral No-Bake Japanese Cheesecake recipe that’s taking over everyone’s “For You Page”! And rightfully so, this is one tasty trend you can’t miss out on! A yogurt-based treat that yields a tangy cheesecake-like flavor with a soft cake-like texture, a simple dessert, snack, or indulgent breakfast!
The Sweet Treat That Broke The Internet!
Ready with just 5 minutes of prep time, these viral Japanese cheesecakes are an easy and delicious no-bake dessert that’s totally customizable in flavor and size! They’re made with just three ingredients: Greek yogurt, strawberry jam, and butter biscuits, and then chilled in the fridge.
This allows time for the biscuits to soften and take on an almost cake-like texture that makes this dessert as irresistible as it is easy to make!
Whether you dress your Japanese Cheesecake up with jam, chocolate, fruit, or cookies, this recipe easily bends to whatever sweet treat you’re craving! Making it a perfectly easy, budget-friendly trend to try out as a simple dessert, mid-day protein snack, or make-ahead breakfast option!
Rebecca’s Recipe Review
Taste: Slightly tangy like cheesecake, hints of fruity flavor and buttery cookies.
Texture: Creamy with a soft cake-like texture from the softened cookies.
Ease: 1/10
Pros: Super easy, fun, great flavor.
Cons: You have to wait at least 4 hours for it to be ready.
Would I Make This Again? Yes, been making for a simple late-night snack on repeat!
Ingredients For The Viral N0-Bake Japanese Cheesecake
This 3-ingredient No Bake Cheesecake recipe is so flexible and easily customized! Therefore, consider the amounts listed in the ingredients as a suggestion, but then create a Japanese Cheesecake that fits your own taste perfectly!
- Whole Milk Greek Yogurt or Skyr – Yogurt acts as the cheesecake filling in this recipe, delivering that creamy, tangy quality. Using full-fat Greek yogurt or Skyr will yield a super-creamy, rich Japanese Cheesecake that feels more like a dessert than if using fat-free yogurt.
- Strawberry Jam – A sweet swirl of strawberry jam through the Greek yogurt gives it a New York Cheesecake flavor! Again, the amount listed on the recipe card below is just a guideline; feel free to swirl as much or as little strawberry jam as you’d like!
- Butter Cookies or Biscuits – The cookies are pressed into the yogurt. Once chilled, the softened cookies give this treat its cake-like texture.
How To Make The Viral No Bake Japanese Cheesecake Recipe
- Divide the yogurt between two small containers or bowls.
- Swirl strawberry jam into each small bowl of yogurt.
- Press the cookies down into the yogurt in each bowl. Be sure not to crowd the cookies together too much. Each cookie should be fully surrounded by yogurt and jam!
- Cover the bowls of Japanese Cheesecake and transfer them to the fridge to chill.
Rebecca’s Japanese Cheesecake Tips
- Consider the amounts listed in the ingredients as a suggestion. You can use however much yogurt, jam, and butter biscuits you want, depending on the size you want your serving to be and the size of the container you are using.
- The minimum amount of time needed for the butter biscuits to fully soften is about 4 hours.
- It’s fine if the cookies are sticking out of the yogurt rather than fully submerged, because they will soften over time in the fridge.
Substitutions & Variations
- Yogurt or Skyr – Feel free to swap full-fat out for reduced or fat-free. The dessert will still be deliciously creamy and tangy, but will lack that rich flavor that full-fat provides. You can also try making this recipe with your choice of a dairy-free yogurt.
- Flavored Yogurt – For a sweeter cheesecake, grab a flavored yogurt such as vanilla or strawberry.
- Sweetener – If you’re using plain Greek yogurt or Skyr you can try mixing in a sweetener such as honey or 100% pure maple syrup.
- Jam – Swap strawberry jam out for your favorite flavor. Blueberry, raspberry, or even blackberry would all create a delicious fruity cheesecake! Instead of swirling in jam, you can swirl in caramel, nut butters, or syrups for a fun flavor variation.
- Cookies – While I opted for butter cookies, you can also try graham crackers or Biscoff cookies. Be sure to pair your cookie choice with a yogurt flavor that will mesh well for the best flavor!
How To Serve The Viral Japanese Cheesecake
Serving Viral Japanese Cheese is as versatile as its ingredients! With the right yogurt selection, it has enough protein to pass for breakfast or to help you hit your protein goal at the end of the day. Yet it also boasts a dessert-like flavor that hits the sweet spot, making it perfect for a mid-day (or late-night!) treat or whipping up a big batch when hosting or going to parties!
Cheesecake On The Go – If you want to take your “cheesecake” on the go, make them in jars! A great treat to pack for your work day or to enjoy in the school pick up line.
Minimal Mess Style – Want minimal mess? Make the “cheesecakes” directly in the yogurt container! I like using Icelandic Provisions yogurt because the individual containers fit 3 or 4 Biscoff biscuits perfectly, which means no extra dishes! Key Lime is my favorite; it tastes just like key lime pie!
Feeding A Crowd – Increase the yogurt, jam, and cookies to make a big batch in a casserole dish to feed a crowd! A great option for potlucks, a treat to bring into the office, or when family or friends are over!
Try Another Viral Recipe!
- French Toast Iced Latte – An easy latte boasting sweet maple and cinnamon flavors!
- That Ditalini Pasta Recipe – A 15-minute dish smothered in a creamy, garlic butter sauce!
- Ina Garten’s Brownie Pudding – Rich, fudgy goodness that preps in just 15 minutes!
- Chicken Soup Chicken Salad – Savory, cozy comfort food in the form of a high protein dip!
- Onion Ring Chips – Crispy, crunchy spiced onions layered with Parmesan cheese!
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Viral No-Bake Japanese Cheesecake
Ingredients
- 1½ cups whole milk vanilla Greek yogurt or Skyr
- ¼ cup strawberry jam or flavor of choice
- 14 butter biscuits or other similar cookies
Instructions
- Divide the 1½ cups whole milk vanilla Greek yogurt between two small bowls or containers.
- Add half of the ¼ cup strawberry jam to each bowl of yogurt and swirl it in.
- Divide the 14 butter biscuits between each bowl, then press them into the yogurt and jam mixture. Make sure to leave some space between them so each cookie is fully surrounded by yogurt and jam. If the cookies are too big, they can be broken to fit your bowl or container.
- Cover the top of the bowl or jar, then place it in the fridge to rest for 4 hours or overnight.
Notes
- Make sure to enjoy your Japanese cheesecakes within 2 days for the best results once they are assembled.
- An easy-to-find alternative for the butter biscuits is plain graham crackers or Biscoff cookies.
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