Tim Tam Cheesecake Dessert Box

The topping is like the cherry on top – it's light, whipped cream with a touch of vanilla and chocolate, adding a silky smooth layer to the whole thing. When you put it all together, you get this cool combination of crunchy Tim Tams and smooth cheesecake mousse. It's not just about the flavors – chocolate, cream, and vanilla – but how they come together with different textures to make something really enjoyable. The bonus is, it's a no bake Tim Tam cheesecake!

The closest American counterpart to Tim Tams would likely be Trader Joe’s Aussie-Style Chocolate Crème Sandwich Cookies. In the UK, Penguin biscuits are often compared to Tim Tams.

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Why You'll Love This No Bake Tim Tam Cheesecake

You'll love this Tim Tam Cheesecake Mousse Dessert Box recipe for several reasons. First, it's a treat for your taste buds, blending the rich, chocolatey crunch of Tim Tams with the smooth, creamy texture of cheesecake mousse. It's a delicious combination that's both indulgent and comforting and I'm pretty sure any Aussie will agree!

The recipe is also incredibly easy to follow. You don't need to be an expert baker to create this dessert. The steps are straightforward, making it a great choice for a quick and impressive treat. Plus, using a disposable dessert box for serving adds to the convenience, making both preparation and clean-up a breeze.

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Lastly, the joy of creating something delicious from scratch is always satisfying. When you see the smiles it brings to those who taste it, you'll feel a sense of accomplishment knowing you created something both beautiful and delicious. This Tim Tam Cheesecake Mousse Dessert Box isn't just a dessert; it's an experience you'll love creating and sharing.

Ingredients In My Tim Tam Cheesecake

Let's go through the list of ingredients for the Tim Tam Cheesecake Mousse Dessert Box and explain each component:

• Tim Tams: These are a key ingredient, providing the unique chocolatey flavor and crunchy texture. They are used both in the base and in the filling, offering a distinct taste and texture contrast. The closest American counterpart to Tim Tams would likely be Trader Joe’s Aussie-Style Chocolate Crème Sandwich Cookies, which are a copy cat version. In the UK, Penguin biscuits are often compared to Tim Tams. While none of these are exact matches for Tim Tams, they can often be used as substitutes in recipes if Tim Tams are not available.
• Butter: This is mixed with the crushed Tim Tams to form the base. Butter helps to bind the crumbs together, creating a solid foundation for the dessert.
• Warm Milk: Mixed with extra crushed Tim Tams to form a slurry, this ingredient enhances the Tim Tam's flavor
• Cream Cheese: This is the main component of the filling, giving the dessert its characteristic cheesecake flavor and creamy texture.
• Heavy Cream: Used in both the filling and the topping, heavy cream adds richness and creates a smooth, velvety texture. When whipped, it also provides volume and lightness to the dessert.
• Powdered Sugar or Superfine Sugar: This sweetens the filling and topping. Powdered sugar dissolves easily, ensuring a smooth texture without any graininess.
• Vanilla Extract: Added to both the filling and the topping, vanilla enhances the overall flavor of the dessert, complementing both the chocolate and cream cheese flavors.
• Chocolate Sauce: Incorporated into the topping, this adds a hint of chocolate flavor, complementing the Tim Tam base and adding an extra dimension to the dessert's taste profile.

Each ingredient plays a specific role, whether it's for flavor, texture, or both. Together, they create a delicious and indulgent dessert with just the right amount of Tim Tam flavour.

How To Make My No Bake Tim Tam Cheesecake Dessert Box

Here's a breakdown of the steps involved in making the Tim Tam Cheesecake Mousse Dessert Box::

Base Preparation:

Start by taking 5 Tim Tams and crushing them into fine crumbs. You can use a stick blender or a food processor for a quick result, or place them in a zip lock bag and roll over them with a rolling pin for a manual approach. Save 1 tablespoon of these crumbs for later use as a garnish.

In a small bowl, mix the crushed Tim Tams with ½ tablespoon of butter until they are evenly combined. This mixture will form the base of your dessert.

Press this mixture lightly and evenly into the base of a 7" x 4" x 2" dessert box or a similar-sized container, such as a repurposed Ferrero Rocher box. You can also use a similar sized disposable dessert box or glass container.

Filling Preparation:

In a large mixing bowl, blend cream cheese with powdered sugar (or superfine sugar). Use an electric mixer or a whisk to ensure the mixture is smooth and free of lumps.

Crush another 5 Tim Tams into small pieces using a stick blender or food processor. Then add warm milk and mix again forming a thick slurry.

Add this Tim Tam slurry to the cream cheese mixture, along with vanilla extract. Mix thoroughly, ensuring all ingredients are well-incorporated. Remember to scrape the sides and bottom of the bowl to mix in all the cream cheese.

Add the heavy cream into the mixture and continue mixing until the filling becomes thick, consistent, and creamy.

Stir in the reserved Tim Tam crumbs, spreading them evenly throughout the filling.

Carefully spoon this filling over the prepared biscuit base in the dessert box. Smooth the top with a bench scraper or the back of a spoon, making sure the filling reaches all corners and creates an even layer.

Topping Preparation:

In another mixing bowl, whip together heavy cream, powdered sugar, vanilla extract, and chocolate sauce. Whip until the mixture is firm and holds stiff peaks.

Spoon the whipped cream into a 14” pastry bag equipped with a 1M piping tip. Pipe the whipped cream in a decorative wave pattern diagonally across the top of the cheesecake filling, creating an aesthetically pleasing texture. Sprinkle the dessert with the reserved Tim Tam crumbs, adding a final touch of crunch and decoration.

Chilling and Serving:

Place the completed dessert box in the refrigerator for a minimum of 1-2 hours. This chilling time allows the dessert to set properly and the flavors to intensify. Serve chilled for the best texture and flavor experience.

My Top Tip

The key tip for you in making this no bake Tim Tam cheesecake is to let your cream cheese warm up to room temperature before mixing it with the sugar for the filling. It's crucial because cream cheese at room temperature blends more smoothly, ensuring your filling is lump-free and has a perfectly creamy texture.

If you use cold cream cheese, you might end up with a lumpy mixture, which could spoil the texture and look of your cheesecake mousse.

Substitutions

There are several substitutions you can consider for the Tim Tam Cheesecake Mousse Dessert Box recipe, depending on your preferences or availability of ingredients:

• Tim Tams: If Tim Tams are not available, you can substitute them with similar chocolate-coated biscuits like Penguin biscuits (in the UK) or the closest American counterpart which would likely be Trader Joe’s Aussie-Style Chocolate Crème Sandwich Cookies.
• Cream Cheese: If you need a lighter option, you can use Neufchatel cheese, which is similar to cream cheese but with lower fat content. For a dairy-free alternative, there are various plant-based cream cheeses available.
• Heavy Cream: For a lighter filling, you can use light whipping cream instead of heavy cream. For a dairy-free version, coconut cream is a great substitute, though it will add a slight coconut flavor to the dessert.
• Powdered Sugar: If you don’t have powdered sugar, you can make your own by blending granulated sugar in a food processor until fine. Alternatively, honey or maple syrup can be used for a natural sweetener, but this might slightly alter the texture.
• Vanilla Extract: Almond extract or even orange liqueur can be used for a different flavor profile. Just use them sparingly as they have stronger flavors.
• Chocolate Sauce: If you don’t have chocolate sauce, you can melt some chocolate chips with a bit of cream to create a simple chocolate ganache.
• Butter: For a dairy-free version, you can use margarine or coconut oil as a substitute for butter in the base.

Remember, substitutions may alter the taste and texture of the final product, so it’s worth considering how each substitute might interact with the other flavors and textures in the dessert.

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