No-Bake Jelly Slice with Passionfruit and Cream Cheese

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A refreshing Australian dessert featuring a crunchy biscuit base, creamy passionfruit-infused cream cheese layer, and a glossy passionfruit jelly topping. This australian-inspired desserts ready in about 25 minutes pairs (7 tbsp), melted unsalted butter, (9 oz), softened cream cheese, (395 g) sweetened condensed milk for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 280 calories and feeds 12, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart.

Prep: 25 min Serves 12 Australian cuisine 280 cal/serving
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Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Step 1: Mix 200 g crushed digestive biscuits with 100 g melted unsalted butter until evenly combined. Press firmly into the base of a 9x9-inch square pan. Refrigerate for 15 minutes to set.
  2. Step 2: In a bowl, beat 250 g softened cream cheese with 1 can (395 g) sweetened condensed milk until smooth. Stir in 1/2 cup passionfruit pulp until evenly mixed. Spread this creamy layer evenly over the biscuit base and refrigerate for 30 minutes.
  3. Step 3: In a small bowl, sprinkle 10 g gelatin powder over 1/2 cup hot water and stir until dissolved. In a saucepan, combine 1/4 cup sugar, 1/4 cup cold water, and 2 tsp lemon juice; heat gently until sugar dissolves. Stir in the gelatin mixture and 1/2 cup passionfruit pulp, mixing well.
  4. Step 4: Allow the jelly mixture to cool slightly but not set, then pour gently over the cream cheese layer. Refrigerate the entire slice for at least 4 hours or until firm.
  5. Step 5: Cut into squares and serve chilled for a tangy, creamy Australian treat.

Frequently asked questions

How long does No-Bake Jelly Slice with Passionfruit and Cream Cheese take to make?

Total time is about 25 minutes (25 min prep + 0 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.

How do I store leftover No-Bake Jelly Slice with Passionfruit and Cream Cheese?

Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep (9 oz), softened cream cheese from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in No-Bake Jelly Slice with Passionfruit and Cream Cheese?

Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.

How do I scale No-Bake Jelly Slice with Passionfruit and Cream Cheese for a different number of people?

The recipe is written for 12 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 12). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.

What goes well with No-Bake Jelly Slice with Passionfruit and Cream Cheese?

Australian desserts like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.

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