Viral 2-Ingredient Biscoff Lazy Cheesecake (High-Protein Hack)
This viral recipe transforms two simple ingredients into a high-protein, creamy dessert without the need for baking. The key to this technique is the “curing” process: thick Greek yogurt slowly hydrates the spiced Biscoff cookies, softening them into a cake-like texture that mimics a traditional cheesecake crust. By using full-fat yogurt, we achieve a decadent mouthfeel and structural stability similar to cream cheese, but with a significantly better nutritional profile.
Recipe Details
- Prep Time: 5 Min
- Cook Time: 0 Min
- Total Time: 6 Hours (Chilling)
- Yield: 1 Serving
- Calories: 290 kcal
Ingredients:
The Cheesecake Base
- 1 cup Plain Greek Yogurt (Full-fat or 5% is best for texture)
- 5-6 Lotus Biscoff Cookies (Original caramelized biscuits)
Optional Toppings
- 1 tbsp Biscoff Cookie Butter, melted
- 1 tsp Honey or Maple Syrup (only if you prefer a sweeter yogurt base)
- Fresh Berries for garnish
Preparation Steps:
1. Preparing the Yogurt Base
- Place your Greek yogurt in a small bowl or jar. Stir vigorously for 30 seconds until the texture is completely smooth and glossy. If you are using a sweetener or vanilla extract, fold it in at this stage.
2. The Layering Technique
- Take 3 or 4 Biscoff cookies and press them vertically into the yogurt, ensuring they are mostly submerged. The yogurt will act as the hydrating agent that softens the cookies into a “crust” texture.
3. The Setting Phase
- Crumble the remaining 2 cookies over the top of the yogurt.
- Cover the container tightly and refrigerate for a minimum of 6 hours, though leaving it overnight produces the best cake-like consistency.
4. Finishing Touches
- Just before serving, melt one tablespoon of Biscoff spread in the microwave for 20 seconds.
- Drizzle the melted spread over the top of the set cheesecake for a glossy, caramelized finish.
Expert Tips:
- Fat Content Matters: For the most authentic cheesecake mouthfeel, avoid fat-free yogurt. The lipids in 5% Greek yogurt are essential for that thick, decadent structure that holds up against the moisture of the cookies.
- Texture Control: If you prefer a bit of crunch rather than a fully soft cake texture, wait to add the crumbled cookie topping until just before serving.