Break the custard creams down to a fine crumb using a food processor or in a bag with a rolling pin. This cheesecake is made with fresh dairy products that need to be kept chilled to stop bacteria from spreading on them. Can I make this cheesecake ahead? Fit an electric mixer with the paddle attachment and sift the flour, baking powder, custard powder and icing sugar into the bowl. Mix to combine then add in the cubed butter and mix until the ingredients look like fine sand.

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Step One: Fit an electric mixer with the paddle attachment and sift the flour, baking powder, custard powder and icing sugar into the bowl. Mix to combine then add in the cubed butter and mix until the ingredients look like fine sand.With only 3 ingredients to play around with you can change the flavours of this cheesecake by making simple switches. Custard Creams can be easily shaped by hand. Follow the simple steps below for delicious bite-sized biscuits. The final layer of your trifle is the cream. For peace of mind, Granny recommends using whipping cream; as it is easier to whip without the risk of over-whipping. However, I tend to find that whipping cream isn’t as readily available, compared to double cream. For that reason, I have listed double cream as a choice too. Both give fabulous results, just be cautious not to over-whip your double cream! (Or use whipping cream if you’re concerned). You need to give the cheesecake plenty of time to set in the fridge before attempting to get it out. It needs a minimum of 2 hours, but longer is better to ensure a firm cheesecake. Run a knife around the edge before removing from the tin - this helps release it.

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Using a spatula or wooden spoon, gently fold in the flour until you can no longer see white streaks of flour. You don't need a stand mixer to make this recipe as you can use your fingertips to rub the butter into the flour mixture. All three of the ingredients in this cheesecake recipe contain cow's milk, so this cheesecake is not suitable for a vegan diet. For a different flavoured base, for example, why not try an alternative cream-filled biscuit like a bourbon or cream crunch? If you've gone for a bourbon base you could use milk chocolate in the filling to make a milk chocolate version of this cheesecake.

FAQ

If you fancy more of a challenge you might be asking how do you make your own custard creams from scratch? Leave to completely cool before spreading the buttercream and sandwiching the biscuits together otherwise they might break. Transfer your cheesecake into a sealed container or use an upturned bowl to protect it on a plate. How long does this cheesecake keep? Kids can also help sandwich two biscuits together with the cream icing filling. It’s a fun job, that even if your children haven’t helped make the biscuits, can do. How do you store custard creams?