Base:Grind the cookies finely and mix with the melted butter and maple syrup. Note: The amount of butter and syrup may vary depending on the type of cookies used. Add the butter gradually until you achieve a consistency similar to wet sand that holds its shape when pressed.Use spreadable butter for the base, as it makes cutting and serving easier later on. 1 tbsp maple syrup, 1 pack digestive cookies, 150 gr spreadable butter
Line a cake pan with baking paper and press the cookie mixture evenly into the pan using your hands and the back of a spoon.
Cream:Beat the double cream with xanthan gum, vanilla essence, and icing sugar until it reaches a very solid consistency. 200 gr double cream, 140 gr icing sugar, 1 teaspoon vanilla essence, ¼ teaspoon xanthan gum
Add the cream cheese, mascarpone cheese, Baileys, and dulce de leche. Mix on low speed until well combined.
150 ml Baileys, 500 gr cream cheese, 250 gr mascarpone cheese, 300 gr dulce de leche
Add the chocolate shavings (or chocolate chips).
1 cup chocolate shavings
Dissolve the gelatin in a small amount of hot water until fully dissolved. Strain and add to the cream mixture while beating on medium speed. Ensure to scrape down the sides of the bowl with a rubber spatula for an even mix.
2 saachets unflavored gelatin
Pour the cream mixture over the cookie base in the pan.
Assembly and Decoration:Tap the cheesecake gently on the table to settle the mixture and release any air bubbles. To decorate, drizzle chocolate or caramel sauce in spiral circles over the top of the cheesecake. Use toothpicks to create a decorative pattern.
Chocolate sauce or caramel sauce
Refrigerate for at least 12 hours.
Enjoy!