No-Bake Cheesecake Flag Cake

Ingredients and Weight:

1. Cream cheese - 500g
2. Digestive cookies - 200g (crushed)
3. Full-fat cream - 300ml
4. Sugar - 150g
5. Strawberry preserves - 1 jar (optional)
6. Vanillin or other extract flavor (optional)
7. Gelatin - 2 envelopes (optional)

Preparation Time:

• Preparation Time: 3 hours (includes refrigeration time)
• Cooking Time: 2 hours

Difficulty Level: Level 3 (Moderate difficulty, requires precise measurements and handling of ingredients)

Preparation Method Steps:

1. In a large bowl, combine the crushed digestive cookies and melted butter to form a base for the cake.
2. In another bowl, beat the cream cheese and sugar until smooth and creamy.
3. Add the full-fat cream and flavoring (such as vanillin) to the cream cheese mixture and mix well.
4. If using gelatin, mix it with a little water and add it to the cheese mixture to make it more stable.
5. Pour the cheesecake mixture into a baking dish or springform pan lined with the cookie base.
6. Smoothen the surface and place in the refrigerator to set for at least 2 hours or overnight.
7. When ready to serve, remove from refrigerator and decorate with strawberry preserves or other toppings of choice.

Nutritional Information: (Based on the given ingredients, may vary depending on actual measurements used)

• Calories: Approximately 700 calories per serving (based on 8 servings)
• Fat: High
• Carbohydrates: Moderate
• Protein: Moderate

Dish Characteristics:

• No baking required, easy to make at home.
• Smooth and creamy texture with a rich cheese flavor.
• Can be customized with different toppings and flavors.

User Comments:

1. "This No-Bake Cheesecake Flag Cake is so delicious! The texture is so creamy and smooth, and the flavor is amazing."
2. "I love how easy it is to make this cheesecake without baking. It tastes just like the ones from the bakery!"
3. "The addition of gelatin made the cheesecake even more stable and less likely to crack when cutting."

Special Precautions and Tips:

• Use full-fat cream cheese and cream for a richer flavor and texture.
• Make sure to use precise measurements for the best results.
• When mixing the cheesecake mixture, be careful not to overmix, as it can make the cheesecake tough.
• This cheesecake is very rich, so it's recommended to serve it in small portions.