No-Bake Tim Tam Cheesecake Bars
A luscious no-bake cheesecake bar layered with crushed Tim Tam biscuits to capture the beloved Australian chocolate biscuit flavor. This australian-inspired desserts ready in about 20 minutes layers (about 20 biscuits) Tim Tam biscuits, (melted) unsalted butter, (softened) cream cheese into a dessert worth slowing down for — great for weekend baking, holiday tables, or any time you want a sweet payoff at the end of a meal. Each serving lands at about 320 calories and feeds 12, so it slots into a weekend bake or a special-occasion dessert tray. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.
Ingredients
- 250 g (about 20 biscuits) Tim Tam biscuits
- 6 tbsp (melted) unsalted butter
- 400 g (softened) cream cheese
- 1/2 cup sweetened condensed milk
- 1 cup (cold) heavy cream
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 2 tbsp (for dusting) cocoa powder
Instructions
- Step 1: Line a 9x9-inch square baking pan with parchment paper. Crush 200 g of Tim Tam biscuits into fine crumbs using a food processor or by placing them in a ziplock bag and crushing with a rolling pin.
- Step 2: Mix the crushed Tim Tam crumbs with 6 tbsp melted unsalted butter until fully combined. Press this mixture firmly into the bottom of the prepared pan to form the crust. Refrigerate for 15 minutes to set.
- Step 3: In a large bowl, beat 400 g softened cream cheese with 1/2 cup sweetened condensed milk, 1 tsp vanilla extract, and 1/2 cup powdered sugar until smooth and creamy.
- Step 4: In a separate chilled bowl, whip 1 cup cold heavy cream until soft peaks form. Gently fold the whipped cream into the cream cheese mixture until fully incorporated.
- Step 5: Roughly chop the remaining 50 g Tim Tam biscuits and fold them gently into the cheesecake filling.
- Step 6: Spread the filling evenly over the chilled crust and smooth the top. Refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight until set.
- Step 7: Before serving, dust the top with 2 tbsp cocoa powder using a fine sieve. Cut into bars and serve chilled.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does No-Bake Tim Tam Cheesecake Bars take to make?
Total time is about 20 minutes (20 min prep + 0 min cook). Most home bakers find this fits a weekend afternoon; chill or store as the recipe directs before serving.
How do I store leftover No-Bake Tim Tam Cheesecake Bars?
Cool fully before storing. Most baked desserts keep at room temperature in an airtight container for 2–3 days, or in the fridge for up to 5 days. Cream- or custard-based desserts must go in the fridge within 2 hours; reheat gently or serve cold per the recipe.
Can I substitute ingredients in No-Bake Tim Tam Cheesecake Bars?
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 Tim Tam Cheesecake Bars 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 Tim Tam Cheesecake Bars?
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.
