Butterscotch Caramel Cheesecake Cups
Rich, creamy, and bursting with decadent caramel notes, these no-bake cheesecake cups are now even more flavourful thanks to a touch of butterscotch or dulce de leche flavour concentrate. Think of it as dessert magic in every spoonful — perfect for impressing guests or treating yourself!
Ingredients
Crust:
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1 cup crushed caramel or butterscotch cookies (like Lotus Biscoff or caramel wafers)
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2 tablespoons melted butter
Cheesecake Filling:
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1 (8 oz) block cream cheese, softened
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1/3 cup powdered sugar
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1 teaspoon vanilla extract
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3–5 drops butterscotch OR dulce de leche flavour concentrate (start small – it’s potent!)
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1 cup heavy whipping cream, whipped to stiff peaks
Caramel Layer:
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1/2 cup thick butterscotch sauce, dulce de leche, or caramel sauce
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Optional: a pinch of sea salt
Toppings:
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Whipped cream (homemade or store-bought)
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Crushed cookies or butterscotch chips
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Drizzle of caramel sauce
Instructions
1. Prepare the crust
Combine crushed cookies with melted butter and stir until evenly moistened. Spoon into dessert cups or glasses, about 1–2 tablespoons each. Gently press to form a crust base.
2. Make the cheesecake filling
In a mixing bowl, beat cream cheese until smooth. Add powdered sugar, vanilla extract, and 3–5 drops of your chosen flavour concentrate (butterscotch or dulce de leche). Mix until well blended. Gently fold in the whipped cream until the mixture is light and airy. Taste — you can add one more drop of concentrate if you'd like a stronger flavour, but be careful not to overpower the creaminess.
3. Assemble the layers
Layer the cups: start with crust, then cheesecake filling, followed by a drizzle of caramel or dulce de leche sauce. Repeat layers if space allows. The concentrate in the filling will tie it all together beautifully.
4. Add toppings
Top with whipped cream, a sprinkle of crushed cookies or butterscotch chips, and a caramel drizzle for that final touch.
5. Chill and enjoy
Refrigerate for 1–2 hours to set. Serve cold and enjoy the creamy, dreamy caramel bliss.
💡 Tips for Using Flavour Concentrates:
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Flavour concentrates are highly potent, so start with a few drops and adjust to taste.
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For a deeper layered effect, you could even stir 1–2 drops into the caramel sauce layer — just mix well!
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Always taste your filling before assembling to find your ideal balance.
Final Thoughts
By adding flavour concentrate, you’re enhancing the richness without relying solely on sugar or sauce — giving your cheesecake cups that gourmet touch. Perfect for anyone who wants maximum flavour with minimal effort!
