Biscoff Cheesecake

This Biscoff Cheesecake is one of those desserts that feels both impressive and irresistible, with layers of flavor and texture that make it unforgettable. As someone who has written a cheesecake book and spent years developing cake recipes and testing them in both a bakery setting and at home, I can confidently say this is one of the best cheesecake recipes I’ve ever created. It starts with a buttery Biscoff cookie crust that bakes up perfectly crisp, then is filled with a smooth and creamy Biscoff cheesecake batter infused with that signature spiced cookie flavor.

To take it over the top, the cheesecake is finished with a glossy layer of melted Biscoff cookie butter and a generous sprinkle of crushed Biscoff cookies. The result is a biscoff cake–style dessert that combines the rich creaminess of the best cheesecake with the warm, caramelized notes of speculoos cookies. Not only is it delicious, but it’s also a show-stopping centerpiece for birthdays, holidays, or any celebration where you want to impress. This cheesecake is the kind of recipe you’ll make again and again whenever you’re craving a unique twist on a classic dessert.

You will be surprised at how easily this recipe comes together. And with my tips below, you will be able to make a beautiful looking Lotus Biscoff cheesecake. Anyone who tries this recipe will absolutely love it!

For those who have never tasted the cookie, Biscoff is a type of spiced shortcrust biscuit made by the Lotus Bakeries, a dainty cookie that has won the hearts of many. Biscoff has received widespread popularity due to their unique taste and flavor.

How to make Biscoff Cheesecake

The ingredients required to make this Biscoff cheesecake recipe are: lotus Biscoff biscuits, butter, cream cheese, brown sugar, granulated sugar, sour cream, Biscoff cookie butter, vanilla extract, salt, and eggs.

To make this Biscoff lotus cheesecake, you will need a food processor (or a rolling pin to crush the cookies), an electric mixer, a springform pan, and a large roasting pan.

Biscoff Cookie Crust Instructions

Let’s begin with the Biscoff cookie crust. Crush the Biscoff cookies into crumbs. To do this, you can use a food processor. Alternatively, you can place the cookies in a ziplog bag and use a rolling pin to crush the cookies.

Mix with melted butter, and press the crumbs onto the bottom of your springform pan.

Bake in the oven for about 10 minutes – your crust should come out slightly golden. While the crust is baking and cooling, it’s time to prepare the cheesecake filling.

Biscoff Cookie Butter Cheesecake Instructions

To make the Biscoff Cheesecake batter, start by beating the full-fat cream cheese with an electric mixer. If using a stand mixer, use the paddle attachment. I just used a hand mixer.

Add the brown sugar and granulated sugar to the bowl and beat.

Then, add the lotus Biscoff cookie butter spread along with the sour cream and mix to combine.

Finally, add the eggs, vanilla extract, and salt.

I added the eggs all at once, but often times when making cheesecake, it’s recommended that you add the eggs one at a time, waiting for one egg to be incorporated before adding the next one. That is because you want to avoid over mixing the batter once the eggs have been added. Beating the eggs too much can cause the cheesecake to crack.

Since I was using my hand mixer, and it’s not very powerful, I know the batter wouldn’t be over mixed if I added all the eggs at once. However if I was using my kitchenaid stand mixer, I would add the eggs one at a time.

Spread the cheesecake mixture on top of the baked cookie crust. I used a deep 8-inch springform pan to make the cheesecake, you can also use a 9-inch springform pan.

Wrap the bottom of the springform pan with a few layers of aluminum. Then, place it in a large roasting pan.

Pour hot water in the roasting pan. And place the cheesecake in the oven.

Bake cheesecake for 60 to 70 minutes in the 325ºF oven.

How to check if the cheesecake is done baking

To check if the cheesecake is done baking, wiggle the pan gently. The center should be slightly jiggly, while the edges of the cheesecake should look set.

Once the cheesecake is done baking, turn the oven off, and leave the cheesecake in there for one hour. If you remove the cheesecake from the oven immediately after baking, the sudden temperature change can cause the cheesecake to collapse and break.

After you remove it from the oven, remove the foil from the bottom, then place in the fridge to chill for at least 6 hours before serving.

Before removing the sides of the springform pan, run a knife around the edges between the cake and the pan, to ensure there won’t be any bits stuck when you try to lift the side.

To decorate, melt some biscoff lotus cookie butter in the microwave and drizzle on top of the chilled cheesecake.

Use an offset spatula to spread it around.

Sprinkle some biscoff crumbs around the edges.

Tips when making Biscoff Cheesecake

• Ensure that all ingredients are at room temperature before you begin making the cheesecake, which will allow for all ingredients to incorporate nicely together.
• Be careful while mixing the ingredients; you don’t want to over mix them, as it can make the cheesecake break.
• Use a springform pan so that your Biscoff cheesecake can be easily removed when sliced for serving.
• Grease the sides of the springform pan to ensure the cheesecake won’t stick. Not all pans need to be greased, but my aluminum one does need to be greased, so this is just something to keep in mind.
• Don’t open the oven while the cheesecake is baking
• Let the cheesecake sit in the oven with the closed door for 1 hour after it’s done baking. The sudden temperature change can make the cheesecake break and collapse.

To store the Biscoff Cheesecake

You can store the Biscoff cheesecake in the fridge for up to 4 or 5 days, covered in an air tight container.

The cheesecake can also be stored in the freezer for up to 2 months. Make sure to place it in an air tight container. You can also freeze the cheesecake first, then once it’s frozen, wrap it with plastic wrap very tightly and then place in an air tight container. This will extend its freezer shelf life.

This cheesecake has an absolutely creamy texture, and an indulgent taste. Biscoff tastes a bit like spiced shortbread, with caramel and cinnamon notes, and those flavors shine through the tangy cream cheese, and the buttery crust.

You can also get creative and decorate the top of the cheesecake with some whipped cream and those filled round Biscoff cookies.

That’s another decoration I had in mind for this cheesecake, but once I poured the melted Biscoff butter on top, and the drizzle was so perfect with the swirls and the sprinkled cookie crumbs, I decided to leave it at that.

FAQ for Biscoff Cheesecake

Can I use another type of cookie for the crust?
Yes, graham crackers or digestive biscuits can be swapped in, but Biscoff cookies give this cheesecake its signature flavor and make it stand out from other cake recipes.

Do I need a water bath for this cheesecake?
I always recommend a water bath (or at least a pan of water on the rack below) to help prevent cracks and keep the texture extra creamy.

Can I make this cheesecake ahead of time?
Absolutely. Like most of the best cheesecake recipes, this Biscoff Cake actually tastes even better after a night in the fridge, so it’s perfect to make the day before serving.

How should I store leftovers?
Store the cheesecake covered in the refrigerator for up to 5 days. It also freezes beautifully — just wrap slices individually for an easy make-ahead dessert.

Can I use crunchy Biscoff spread instead of smooth?
Yes! Either works well. The crunchy version will add extra texture to the topping, while the smooth spread keeps things silky.

If you like this Biscoff Cheesecake, here are some other desserts you might like:

• Baklava Cheesecake
• Lemon Cheesecake
• Apple Dulce de Leche
• Cannoli Cheesecake
• Funfetti Cheesecake
• Pecan Pie Cheesecake
• Biscoff Cake
• Biscoff Truffles

Biscoff cheesecake can be your perfect go-to-dessert for events, parties, or any gatherings. With its crunchy and creamy flavors, it’s sure to amaze those who get a chance to taste it.

Biscoff Cheesecake

Camila Hurst

Biscoff Cheesecake with a buttery Biscoff Crust, and a creamy Biscoff Cheesecake filling, topped with Biscoff Cookie Butter.

5 from 34 votes

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Prep Time 40 minutes mins

Cook Time 1 hour hr

Resting time 1 hour hr

Total Time 2 hours hrs 40 minutes mins

Course Dessert

Cuisine American

Servings 12 servings

Calories 350 kcal

Ingredients

  

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Biscoff Crust

• 250 grams biscoff cookies 1 package of biscoff cookies
• 1/3 cup unsalted butter 75 grams

Biscoff Cheesecake Batter

• 907 grams cream cheese softened (4 packages of 8 oz.)
• 1 cup brown sugar 200 grams
• 1/4 cup granulated sugar 50 grams
• 1/2 cup sour cream 120 grams
• 1 cup biscoff cookie butter 240 grams
• 1 tbsp vanilla extract
• 1/4 tsp salt
• 4 large eggs room temp

To decorate

• 1/2 cup biscoff spread
• 1/4 cup biscoff cookies crumbled

Instructions

 

Biscoff Crust

• Pre-heat the oven to 325ºF.
• Place the biscoff cookies in a food processor and process to obtain fine crumbs.
• Melt the butter and mix with the biscoff crumbs.
• Press the mixture on the bottom of an 8” or 9” cheesecake pan. If using an 8” pan, it must be deep.
• Bake the crust in the oven for 10 minutes.
• Remove it from the oven and let it cool down.

Biscoff Cheesecake Batter

• Beat the cream cheese for 3 minutes with a mixer at medium speed, until creamy.
• Add the brown sugar and granulated sugar to the cream cheese and beat for another 2 minutes at medium speed.
• Scrape the bowl and beat for another 30 seconds.
• Add the sour cream and biscoff cookie butter to the bowl, and mix to combine. Scrape the bowl.
• Add the vanilla, salt, and mix.
• Make sure to scrape the bowl a few times during the mixing process, to avoid the cream cheese from forming lumps in the batter.
• Add the eggs to the batter, mix just until combined. It’s best to add one egg at a time, waiting for one egg to be incorporated before adding the next one.
• Avoid over mixing once the eggs are added, to prevent cracking of the cheesecake.
• Pour the cheesecake in the pan, over the baked and cooled crust. Some cheesecake pans, such as my own, require the sides to be greased before adding the batter in, or the cheesecake sticks, so I always spray the sides of my pan with oil before pouring the cheesecake batter in.
• Wrap the bottom of the pan with a few layers of foil.
• Place the pan in a larger roasting pan, and add hot water to the roasting pan, to form a water bath. This is very important so the cheesecake doesn’t crack.
• Bake the cheesecake in the pre-heated 325ºF oven for 60 to 70 minutes.
• To check if the cheesecake is done baking, give the pan a little wiggle, it should jiggle slightly in the center, but the edges should look set.
• Turn the oven off, and leave the cheesecake in there for 1 hour.
• Remove the cheesecake from the oven and place it in the fridge for at least 6 hours.

To decorate

• Melt the biscoff cookie butter in the microwave for a few seconds until it’s runny.
• Pour over the cheesecake and spread with a spatula.
• Spread biscoff cookie crumbs around the edges of the cheesecake.

Notes

Storage: You can store the Biscoff cheesecake in the fridge for up to 4 or 5 days, covered in an air tight container. The cheesecake can also be stored in the freezer for up to 2 months. Make sure to place it in an air tight container. You can also freeze the cheesecake first, then once it’s frozen, wrap it with plastic wrap very tightly and then place in an air tight container. This will extend its freezer shelf life.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 350kcal

Keyword biscoff, cheesecake

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