Japanese Yogurt Cheesecake: The viral jar recipe (no bake!): The viral jar recipe (no bake!): Lately, I can’t open a social media platform without seeing this famous Japanese yogurt cheesecake. It’s literally everywhere: short videos, enticing photos, and everyone talking about it as the ultimate light dessert.
But beware: this is not the classic cake that goes in the oven! It’s the “super smart” version, which is made directly in the jar, it’s no-bake, and uses ingredients you already have in your pantry. If you’re looking for a protein-packed dessert, a refreshing treat, or simply a smart way to indulge at the end of the day guilt-free, this version will become your new “never without it.”
- Difficulty: Easy
- Cost: Cheap
- Rest time: 1 Hour
- Preparation time: 5 Minutes
- Portions: 1
- Cooking methods: Other, Stove
- Cuisine: Italian
- Seasonality: All seasons
Ingredients
This is the classic “pantry” recipe. These are ingredients I always keep in the house: Greek yogurt for its consistency and some cookies that are always left at the bottom of the package. You can decide to prepare it even at the last second.
- 1 jar Greek yogurt (plain or vanilla)
- 3 cookies (like graham crackers, lotus, oreo, or similar…)
- to taste coffee
- unsweetened cocoa powder
Indicative nutritional information:
195 kcal
16 g Protein
19 g Carbohydrates
4 g Fat
Tools
The beauty of this recipe is that you don’t need to take out the stand mixer. Just use what we already have on the kitchen counter.
- 1 Teaspoon teaspoon
- 1 Cup a cup to dip the cookies
Steps
It doesn’t require continuous attention and you can’t get it wrong. It’s one of those recipes that work without stress even while you’re thinking of a thousand other things to do.
1. Prepare the base: Open the jar of Greek yogurt. If you see a bit of whey on the surface, don’t discard it: stir vigorously with a teaspoon to make it creamy and homogeneous.
2. The coffee touch: Make a quick coffee (it’s fine even if it’s left over from the morning’s brew). If you like a more aromatic taste, add a few drops of coffee directly to the yogurt and stir.
3. The smart soaking: Dip the cookies quickly in the coffee. They should soften but remain intact, not fall apart in your fingers.
4. Assembly: Insert the cookies directly into the yogurt jar, pressing them well to the bottom vertically or breaking them coarsely inside.
5. The magic rest: Put the jar in the fridge for at least an hour. This is the real secret: the yogurt softens the cookie creating that typical cold cake texture.
6. Finishing: Just before enjoying it, add a nice dusting of unsweetened cocoa on the surface for the final touch.
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Tips, Variations, and Storage
Tips, variations, and storage
Sweeter version: If you prefer a less tangy taste, you can stir a teaspoon of honey (or agave syrup) into the yogurt before adding the cookies.
Caffeine-free: If you don’t like coffee or want to give it to kids, try dipping the cookies in almond milk, cow’s milk, or a bit of orange juice.
Storage: It keeps perfectly for one day. I usually prepare it the night before: so in the morning, as soon as I wake up, I already have my healthy and delicious breakfast waiting for me in the fridge.
Japanese Yogurt Cheesecake: The Viral Jar Recipe (No Bake!)
Try the Japanese yogurt cheesecake. An easy, quick, and no-bake recipe for a delicious and healthy break.
FAQ (Questions and Answers for Japanese Yogurt Cheesecake)
The most frequently asked questions about this Japanese Yogurt Cheesecake recipe.
Can I use fruit yogurt?
Yes, but keep in mind that Greek yogurt is denser and gives a result more similar to a cheesecake. Creamy fruit yogurts are more liquid.
Do the cookies have to be dry?
They are better because they absorb the coffee well without turning to mush, but you can use whole grain ones if you prefer.
Do I really have to wait an hour?
If you really crave something sweet, you can eat it right away, but the magic of the cookie becoming “cake” only happens with a cold rest.
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