This no-bake Amardeen cheesecake was created around the dinner table with my sisters while chatting about Ramadan. With the holy month fast approaching, I told them I needed new Ramadan dessert ideas. My youngest sister suddenly said, “Oh, don’t we all love Amardeen? Imagine turning that into a dessert!” And just like that, this Amardeen cheesecake was born.
If you love a creamy no-bake cheesecake with a touch of Middle Eastern flavour, this one’s for you! The silky smooth filling sits on a sweet, crunchy biscuit base, while the firm Amardeen jelly layer on top adds a nostalgic, tangy twist. It’s the perfect make-ahead dessert, whether you’re celebrating Ramadan or just craving something different.
If you’re a fan of easy, no-bake cheesecakes, check out my rich, creamy no-bake Nutella cheesecake or my most popular no-bake dessert for kids and adults alike.
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Step 1. Prepare the Base
Grease and line the base of a 20cm springform pan with baking paper. Mix the crushed biscuits with melted butter and chopped dates until well combined. Press the mixture firmly and evenly into the base of the pan. Chill in the fridge.
Step 2. Make the Cheesecake Filling
In a large mixing bowl, whip the thickened cream to soft peaks. Transfer to another bowl and set aside. Using the same bowl (to reduce dishes), beat the cream cheese and icing sugar until smooth and creamy. Add the vanilla extract and mix until combined.
Dissolve the gelatin in hot water, then mix it into the cream cheese filling. Gently fold the whipped cream into the cream cheese mixture until smooth and airy. Pour the filling over the chilled base, smoothing the top. Refrigerate while you make the Amardeen Jelly
Step 3. Make the Amardeen Layer
Chop the amardeen paste into small pieces and place it in a saucepan with the water. Stir in the sugar until fully dissolved. Heat on low, stirring, until the amardeen dissolves into a thick purée. Use a bar mix (immersion blender) to blend it into a smooth texture.
Remove from heat and let the mixture cool slightly—it should be warm but not hot before adding the gelatin. If the mixture is too hot, the gelatin won’t set properly.
In a small bowl, dissolve the 4 teaspoons of gelatin powder in 3 tablespoons hot water and stir until completely dissolved. Add the dissolved gelatin to the warm amardeen mixture, stirring thoroughly to combine.
Step 4. Assemble the Amardeen Layer
Carefully pour the amerdeen jelly mixture over the top of the filling. Smooth the surface with a spatula and tap the pan gently to remove air bubbles. Return the cheesecake to the fridge and chill for another 4–6 hours, or until the jelly layer is fully set. Carefully release the cheesecake from the springform pan and transfer it to a serving plate.
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