Short Description

This indulgent No Bake Nutella Cheesecake features a rich Oreo crust, silky Nutella-and-cream cheese filling, and a luscious Nutella center—no oven required.

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

Effortless elegance—assemble and chill without baking
Decadent layers—buttery crust, creamy filling, and a surprise Nutella core
Crowd-pleasing comfort—chocolate-hazelnut flavors everyone will love

Ingredients

(Tip: You’ll find the full list of ingredients and measurements in the recipe card below.)

Crust

200 g Oreos (about 18 whole cookies), finely crushed
45 g melted butter

Cheesecake Filling

500 g cream cheese, room temperature
200 g Nutella
50 g powdered sugar
200 g heavy whipping cream (35 % fat)

Nutella Center

150 g Nutella (spread into a disk and frozen)

Decoration

150 g Nutella (for drizzle)
4 Oreos, crushed (for garnish)

Directions

Before Starting

Prepare Nutella Disk
- Spread 150 g Nutella in a circle on parchment paper, sized to your pan.
- Freeze until firm—this becomes the cheesecake’s center.

Step One: Prepare The Oreo Crust

Make Crust
- Crush Oreos into fine crumbs via processor or bag and rolling pin.
- Mix with melted butter until it resembles wet sand.
- Press evenly into the bottom of a springform or cake pan.

Step Two: Make The Nutella Cheesecake Filling

Blend Filling
- In a bowl, beat room-temperature cream cheese and 200 g Nutella until smooth.
- In another bowl, whip heavy cream and powdered sugar to soft peaks.
- Fold whipped cream into Nutella mixture in two parts until light and fluffy.

Step Three: Assemble The Cheesecake

Layer Filling
- Spread half the filling over the crust.
- Place frozen Nutella disk in the center.
- Top with the remaining filling and smooth the surface.

Step Four: Chill The Cheesecake

Refrigerate
- Cover and chill for at least 8 hours, preferably overnight, to set fully.

Step Five: Decorate With Nutella And Oreos

Drizzle And Garnish
- Melt 150 g Nutella and drizzle over the cheesecake, using pan tilt or knife.
- Sprinkle crushed Oreo bits around the sides or top.

Step Six: Slice And Serve

Serve
- Carefully remove the cheesecake from the pan.
- Slice using a sharp knife (wipe blade between cuts if needed).
- Enjoy the creamy, chocolatey layers!

Step Seven: Store Leftovers

Store
- Refrigerator: Airtight for up to 4 days.
- Freezer: Wrap slices and freeze for up to 3 months; thaw overnight in the fridge.

Servings And Timing

Yield: 10–12 servings
Prep Time: 20 minutes (+ chill time)
Chill Time: 8+ hours (overnight preferred)
Total Time: Approximately 8 hours 20 minutes (mostly hands-off)

Variations

Nut-Free Option: Use sunflower seed butter in crust and filling.
Extra Crunch: Mix crushed hazelnuts into the filling or around edges.
Flavored Center: Freeze peanut butter or caramel disk instead of Nutella.
Topped With Fruit: Add fresh raspberries or banana slices for contrast.

Storage/Reheating

Refrigerator: Store covered for up to 4 days.
Freezer: Wrap slices and freeze for up to 3 months. Thaw overnight in the fridge before serving.
Serving Tip: Bring to room temperature for ~15 minutes before slicing for clean cuts.

FAQs

1. Can I Make It In A Different Sized Pan?

Yes—adjust ingredient quantities for a smaller or larger pan, ensuring layers remain proportional.

2. What If My Filling Is Too Soft?

Ensure cream cheese is room temperature (not too warm) and chill longer if needed.

3. Do I Need To Freeze The Nutella Disk?

Yes—it helps the cheesecake set properly and prevents the center from sinking.

4. Can I Use Light Cream Cheese?

Full-fat cheese yields best texture; lighter versions may result in softer filling.

5. Is There A Dairy-Free Version?

Use vegan cream cheese, coconut cream instead of heavy cream, and plant-based Nutella.

6. Why Isn’t My Filling Smooth?

Beat cream cheese until creamy before adding Nutella to avoid lumps.

7. Can I Skip The Drizzle?

Yes—omit the melted Nutella drizzle and garnish with cocoa powder or shaved chocolate.

8. How Do I Prevent Crust From Becoming Soggy?

Press crust firmly and refrigerate before adding filling to set it slightly.

9. Can I Add Gelatin To Set Faster?

Unnecessary—cheesecake sets well after chilling overnight; gelatin may alter texture.

10. How Do I Clean Sliced Edges?

Heat the knife under hot water, wipe dry, then slice for neat cuts.

Conclusion

This No Bake Nutella Cheesecake delivers dreamy layers of Oreo crust, creamy Nutella filling, and a hidden ganache center—all chilling together for a show-stopping dessert that’s easy to assemble and impossible to resist. Perfect for special occasions or just treating yourself!