No-Bake Nutella Cheesecake Bars
Indulge in the buttery crust and creamy Nutella filling of these easy no-bake cheesecake bars, perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
For the crust
- 1.5 cups graham cracker crumbs Provides a buttery and slightly sweet base.
- 5 tbsp unsalted butter Melted to bind the crust.
- 2 tbsp granulated sugar Enhances the flavors of the graham crackers.
For the filling
- 16 oz cream cheese At room temperature for a smooth blend.
- 0.75 cups Nutella Adds chocolatey decadence.
- 0.5 cups powdered sugar Sweetens the filling.
- 0.5 cups heavy cream Whipped to soft peaks for an airy finish.
- 1 tsp vanilla extract Enhances overall flavor.
- 0.5 cups chopped hazelnuts For a delightful crunch.
For the topping
- to taste chocolate shavings or drizzle Optional finishing touch for extra decadence.
Instructions
For the Crust
- In a mixing bowl, combine the graham cracker crumbs and granulated sugar.
- Drizzle in the melted unsalted butter and stir until all crumbs are evenly moistened.
- Press the mixture firmly into the bottom of a lined 9×9 inch baking dish.
- Chill this crust in the refrigerator while preparing the filling.
For the Filling
- In a large mixing bowl, beat the cream cheese until smooth and creamy.
- Add the Nutella and powdered sugar, mixing until homogeneous.
- In a separate bowl, whip the heavy cream to soft peaks.
- Gently fold the whipped cream into the Nutella mixture, retaining as much air as possible.
For the Topping
- Spread the Nutella filling evenly over the chilled crust.
- Sprinkle the chopped hazelnuts over the top.
- Add chocolate shavings or a drizzle of Nutella on top.
- Refrigerate for at least 4 hours, preferably overnight.
Notes
Ensure that cream cheese is at room temperature for easy blending. Do not overwhip the cream; it should hold its shape but remain light. Skipping chilling time will result in bars that do not hold their shape.