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Mary Berry’s Baileys Cheesecake

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Mary Berry’s Baileys Cheesecake is a rich, no-bake dessert made with a buttery biscuit base and a creamy filling infused with Baileys Irish Cream. It’s easy to prepare, requires no oven, and delivers a luxurious flavor perfect for special occasions.

  • Author: Sophia
  • Prep Time: 25 minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes
  • Total Time: 6 hours 25 minutes (including chilling)
  • Yield: 10–12 servings
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: No-Bake
  • Cuisine: British
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Ingredients

  • 250g digestive biscuits
  • 100g unsalted butter, melted
  • 600g cream cheese (full-fat)
  • 150g icing sugar
  • 300ml double cream (cold)
  • 100ml Baileys Irish Cream
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions

  1. Crush the digestive biscuits into fine crumbs using a food processor or rolling pin.
  2. Mix the melted butter into the crumbs until evenly coated.
  3. Press the crumb mixture firmly into the base of a 23cm (9-inch) springform tin and chill in the fridge for at least 30 minutes.
  4. In a large bowl, beat the cream cheese, icing sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth.
  5. Add the Baileys Irish Cream and mix until fully incorporated.
  6. In a separate bowl, whip the double cream until soft peaks form.
  7. Gently fold the whipped cream into the Baileys mixture until fully combined and smooth.
  8. Spoon the filling over the chilled biscuit base and spread evenly.
  9. Chill in the fridge for at least 6 hours or overnight until set.
  10. Before serving, remove from the tin and decorate with whipped cream, chocolate shavings, or grated chocolate if desired.

Notes

  • Use full-fat cream cheese for the best texture and flavor.
  • Don’t exceed 150ml of Baileys or the cheesecake may not set properly.
  • Warm your knife for clean slices when serving.
  • This cheesecake is ideal for making a day ahead.
  • For an alcohol-free version, substitute Baileys with Irish cream-flavored syrup.

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