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    Home » Recipes » No Bake Desserts

    No Bake Baileys Cheesecake

    Published: Dec 31, 2021 · Modified: Jan 7, 2023 by Liz Mincin · This post may contain affiliate links

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    Looking for a creamy decadent Baileys based dessert? Look no further than my easy no bake Baileys cheesecake! This silky smooth Baileys Irish Cream cheesecake with an Oreo crust is topped with a decadent Baileys chocolate ganache drizzle.

    Taking a bite of creamy Baileys cheesecake.
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    • Components for No Bake Baileys Cheesecake
    • Ingredients
    • How to Make No Bake Baileys Cheesecake Filling
    • Baileys Chocolate Ganache Top
    • FAQs
    • No Bake Baileys Cheesecake

    Components for No Bake Baileys Cheesecake

    My Baileys No Bake Cheesecake has three key components:

    1. Easy Oreo crust
    2. Super creamy Baileys cheesecake filling
    3. Two ingredient Baileys chocolate ganache topping

    For a step-by-step of making an Oreo crust, see my dedicated post for the ultimate two ingredient Oreo base.

    Ingredients

    The filling for this cheesecake has a few basic ingredients and a healthy dose of Baileys' Irish Cream. You'll need:

    • Cream cheese - I always use spreadable cream cheese in my recipes, due to ingredient availability in the UK. In this cheesecake you can use block cream cheese, but leave this out to come to room temperature so that it is soft enough to cream. If using spreadable, it is best for it to also be at room temperature, but it is less absolutely necessary. The block cream cheese will make a firmer cake, the spreadable cream cheese will make a super creamy soft, yet still set, cheesecake.
    • Crème fraîche - I like to use crème fraîche to give that slight tang that comes with classic cheesecakes. If you're unable to find crème fraîche you can also substitute with mascarpone cheese. I would avoid substituting with soured cream in a no bake cheesecake due to the consistency needed to set.
    • Sugar - superfine granulated or caster sugar will work in this recipe.
    • Baileys Irish Cream - the star of this show! I always use Original Baileys but you could try other flavours for different takes on this creamy no bake cheesecake.
    • Heavy cream - or double cream. A well whipped heavy cream is key to the texture of a no bake cheesecake.
    • Powdered sugar - or icing sugar. This will be used to help stabilise the heavy cream.
    Ingredients for no bake baileys cheesecake.

    How to Make No Bake Baileys Cheesecake Filling

    For this no bake cheesecake, you'll essentially need two mixing bowls.

    In the first bowl, whisk together the spreadable cream cheese, crème fraîche and granulated sugar. This should be a thick but silky smooth and shiny cream. Then add the Baileys, whisking to combine.

    Cream cheese, crème fraîche and sugar in a mixing bowl.
    Adding baileys Irish cream to the cream cheese mixture.
    Baileys cream cheese mixture.

    In the other bowl, add the heavy cream and powdered sugar. Using a handheld electric beater, whip these until you reach stiff peaks. Avoid over-beating, as this will produce an overly thickened cream and will impact the consistency of your finished cheesecake.

    Mixing bowl with cream whipping to stiff peaks with powdered sugar.

    Once you've reached stiff peaks, dollop a bit of the whipped cream into the cream cheese mixture and stir to loosen this. Then add the remaining whipped cream and fold to combine.

    Adding a dollop of whipped cream to Baileys cream cheese mixture.
    Adding the rest of the whipped cream to the cream cheese mixture to fold together.
    No bake Baileys cheesecake filling for the cheesecake.

    Spoon this into a prepared Oreo crust, smooth the top and chill for at least 4 hours.

    Adding no bake Baileys cheesecake filling to chocolate Oreo biscuit base.
    Top of no bake cheesecake smoothed with an offset spatula prior to chilling.

    Baileys Chocolate Ganache Top

    To make a quick and easy topping for this cheesecake, you only need two ingredients:

    • Baileys - just a couple of tablespoons extra Irish cream will do!
    • Chocolate - semi-sweet chocolate chips or dark or milk chocolate in chips or chopped into small pieces.

    In this ganache recipe the Baileys essentially acts in place of more traditional heavy cream. Simply heat this in a small saucepan over medium heat until simmering. Allow to simmer for a few minutes and then pour over the chocolate (in a heat proof bowl). Let this set for a moment before stirring until smooth.

    To top your cheesecake, you can drizzle this ganache with a spoon or, more easily, pipe over the top. Using a piping bag or ziploc bag, cut a small hole in the tip and decorate with swirls.

    No bake Baileys cheesecake drizzled with easy two ingredient Baileys chocolate ganache.

    FAQs

    Does Baileys Cheesecake contain alcohol?

    As this is a no bake cheesecake, the alcohol will not be baked out of the finished dessert. Therefore, please do be aware that this will be an alcoholic cheesecake.

    Can I use other cream liqueurs in this recipe?

    Yes, absolutely! This recipe will work with other cream liqueurs as well. I'm a massive Baileys fan, so its my go to whisky cream, but you can substitute with other brands.

    Can I freeze this no bake Baileys cheesecake?

    Yes, no bake cheesecakes including this Baileys version can be frozen. Allow to set in the refrigerator first before wrapping and freezing. This will last in the freezer for up to three months. Before serving, allow to defrost in the refrigerator overnight.

    If you like this recipe, try some more no bake cheesecakes and desserts:

    • No Bake Biscoff Cheesecake
    • No Bake S'mores Cheesecake
    • Edible Cookie Dough Cones
    • Easy Nanaimo Bars
    • Edible Brownie Batter
    Taking a bite of creamy Baileys cheesecake.

    No Bake Baileys Cheesecake

    Liz Mincin
    This easy no bake Baileys cheesecake with an Oreo base is a smooth and creamy chilled dessert with a punch of Baileys Irish cream. Topped off with a drizzle of chocolate Baileys ganache this is the ultimate chocolate Baileys cheesecake treat.
    5 from 3 votes
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    Prep Time 45 mins
    Cook Time 5 mins
    Chilling 4 hrs
    Course Dessert
    Cuisine American
    Servings 12 pieces
    Calories 312 kcal

    Ingredients
     
     

    Ingredients for Oreo Crust

    • 28 standard stuffed Oreos crushed to fine crumb in a food processor
    • 7 tablespoon butter melted

    Ingredients for Baileys Cheesecake Filling

    • 11.5 oz spreadable cream cheese at room temperature
    • ¼ cup superfine granulated sugar or caster sugar
    • ½ cup crème fraîche or mascarpone cream
    • ⅓ cup Baileys Irish cream or other whisky cream liqueur
    • 1 cup heavy cream or double cream
    • ⅓ cup powdered sugar or icing sugar

    Ingredients for Baileys Chocolate Ganache

    • 2 tablespoon Baileys Irish cream or other whisky cream liqueur
    • 1 oz semi-sweet chocolate chips or use dark chocolate or milk chocolate in chips or chopped finely

    Instructions
     

    • Begin by lining the base and sides of an 8" or 9" springform cake pan with parchment or wax paper.
    • Next make your Oreo crust by mixing together the crushed Oreo biscuits with the melted butter in a mixing bowl. Pour this into the lined cake pan and press firmly to cover the base and about 1" up the sides. Place in the refrigerator to chill while you prepare the filling.

    Instructions for No Bake Baileys Cheesecake Filling

    • In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the spreadable cream cheese, crème fraîche and granulated sugar until smooth. Then add the Bailey's and whisk to incorporate.
    • In a separate mixing bowl, add the heavy cream and powdered sugar. Using a handheld electric beater, whip the cream and powdered sugar to stiff peaks. Avoid over-beating as this will make the cheesecake stiff rather than creamy smooth.
    • Once you have a stiff peaked whipped cream, add a dollop of this to the cream cheese mixture and stir to loosen. Then add the rest of the whipped cream to the cream cheese and fold to combine.
    • Spoon this Baileys filling into the prepared Oreo crust and smooth with an offset spatula or table knife. Place in the refrigerator for at least 4 hours (preferably overnight) to set.

    Instructions for the Baileys Chocolate Ganache

    • Once the cheesecake has set, carefully remove this from the springform pan and peel away the parchment paper.
    • In a small saucepan, heat the 2 tablespoons of Baileys until simmering. Allow to simmer for about 2-3 minutes.
    • Remove from the heat and pour over the chocolate chips in a heatproof bowl. Let this sit for a moment or two before stirring until smooth.
    • Drizzle this ganache over the cheesecake - this is best accomplished with a piping bag while the ganache is fresh made and still runny (it will firm up as it cools).

    Notes

    See the blog post for further tips and tricks along with process shots. 
    More details on Oreo crusts can be found in my blog dedicated Oreo Cookie Crust recipe.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 312kcalCarbohydrates: 16.1gProtein: 3gFat: 26gSaturated Fat: 13.7gCholesterol: 65mgSodium: 170mgPotassium: 55mgFiber: 0.2gSugar: 12.4gCalcium: 31mgIron: 1mg
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    Comments

    1. Julie

      November 14, 2022 at 8:08 pm

      Can this be made in advance and frozen please? I'd like to make it for Christmas this year.

      Reply
      • Liz Mincin

        November 15, 2022 at 5:37 pm

        Yes! You can freeze no bake cheesecakes, including this Bailey's version - I'd recommend allowing it to set firm by leaving overnight in the refrigerator before attempting to freeze as it makes wrapping and storing easier. I'd also probably save adding the ganache until the time of serving - I find ganache sometimes loses some of its shine if frozen and defrosted.

        Reply
    2. Laura

      January 04, 2022 at 12:42 am

      I will be making this for my husband's birthday. Looks absolutely delicious!

      Reply
      • Liz Mincin

        January 04, 2022 at 6:45 am

        Thanks so much! Hope that you enjoy it and that your husband has a wonderful birthday!

        Reply

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