A rich Triple Brigadeiro Cheesecake Tart recipe with an Oreo cookie crust, no-bake chocolate cheesecake filling, and brigadeiro topping.
Is it a bird? Is it a plane? No, it’s better… much better…
It’s the BEAST: A triple chocolate cheesecake tart to celebrate the best cheesecake day!
As you can see, my smile is even larger than my hips. 🙂
For instance, our cheesecake tart is a fusion dessert.
It is both inspired by the Brazilian brigadeiro fudge balls and the American no-bake cheesecake.
When they are combined into an Oreo cookie crust tart shell, you get this!
Our cheesecake tart consists of:
- an Oreo cookie crust,
- no-bake cheesecake filling,
- and chocolate topping, garnished with brigadeiro fudge balls.
So, I’ll shut my mouth and let you enjoy this cheesecake tart…
… as well as many other cheesecakes from great bloggers (see list at the bottom of this post)!
For instance, come to the kitchen and let’s prepare this rich dessert together!
HOW TO MAKE TRIPLE BRIGADEIRO CHEESECAKE TART
To make the crust:
Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.
Press onto bottom and up the sides of a 11-inch non-stick, springform tart.
Bake for 8-9 minutes. Place on a rack and let cool.
Prepare the cheesecake tart filling:
In a non-stick medium saucepan, stir together the sweetened condensed milk with the cocoa powder until obtaining a homogeneous mixture.
Add the butter and cook over medium heat (large burner), stirring constantly with a wooden spoon, for about 7-10 minutes.
Remove pan from the heat and stir in 1 teaspoon of vanilla. Transfer 1/4 of mixture to a greased dish and let cool on a rack
Also, if desired, it can be refrigerated for 15-20 minutes to make it easier to roll into balls.
Grease hands with butter, shape brigadeiro into balls (a tablespoon can be used as measurement), and roll in the chocolate sprinkles.
Then, reserve to decorate top of the cheesecake tart.
Stir in the heavy cream (while brigadeiro mixture is still warm).
Moreover, add the remaining 1 teaspoon of vanilla into the remaining brigadeiro mixture until obtaining a homogeneous mixture (about 1-2 minutes).
And, set aside.
Using a stand mixer, beat the cream cheese and salt on medium speed until smooth (about 1 minute).
In a small glass bowl, dissolve gelatin into boiling water, stirring constantly, until completely dissolved (about 2 minutes).
Next, add half of the brigadeiro mixture to the cream cheese, beating just until combined and stir in the dissolved gelatin well.
Pour mixture into the cooled tart shell and level with a metal spatula.
Last, pour in the remaining 1/4 of the brigadeiro mixture and immediately spread gently to level.
Refrigerate for at least 4 hours or until filling is set.
Before serving, let tart come to room temp for about 10 minutes (to let soften and make it easier to slice).
Unmold and sprinkle cocoa powder on top (optional).
Finally, decorate cheesecake tart with brigadeiro balls on top.
PIN & ENJOY!
Read more about brigadeiro here. Do you also love cheesecake? Try our amazing Basque burnt cheesecake!
Storage:
Store tart covered i the fridge for up to 5 days. Freeze for up to 1 month. Thaw before serving!
Triple Brigadeiro Cheesecake Tart
Equipment
- mixer
- tart pan
Ingredients
For the Crust:
- 3½ cups oreo cookies crumbs
- 1½ sticks unsalted butter melted, or 12 Tablespoons
For the Filling:
- 3 cans sweetened condensed milk 14-ounce
- ½ cup unsweetened baking cocoa powder
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter softened
- 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract divided
- Chocolate sprinkles
- 1 cup heavy whipping cream
- 12 oz cream cheese softened, or 1-1/2 packages
- 1 pinch salt
- 7 g unflavored gelatin
- ¼ cup boiling water
- For the Topping:
- Cocoa Powder optional, enough to sprinkle on top
Instructions
- To make the crust: Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. In a medium bowl, combine the Oreo cookie crumbs and melted butter until completely moistened.
- Press evenly onto bottom and up the sides of a 11-inch non-stick, springform tart or quiche pan. Bake for 8-9 minutes. Place on a rack and let cool.
- Prepare the filling: In a non-stick, medium saucepan, stir together the sweetened condensed milk with the cocoa powder until obtaining a homogeneous mixture.
- Add the butter and cook over medium heat (large burner), stirring constantly with a wooden spoon, for about 7-10 minutes or until the bottom of the pan starts to show through and the brigadeiro mixture runs slow. Remove pan from the heat and stir in 1 teaspoon of vanilla.
- Transfer 1/4 of warm brigadeiro mixture to a greased dish and let cool on a rack (If desired, it can be refrigerated for 15-20 minutes to make it easier to roll into balls).
- Grease hands with butter, shape brigadeiro into balls (a tablespoon can be used as measurement), roll in the chocolate sprinkles, and reserve to decorate top of the brigadeiro cheesecake tart.
- NOTE: Brigadeiro balls should be kept in a clean, airtight container at either room temp, or refrigerated until placed on top of the tart.
- Stir in the heavy cream (while brigadeiro mixture is still warm) and the remaining 1 teaspoon of vanilla into the remaining warm brigadeiro mixture until obtaining a homogeneous mixture (about 1-2 minutes), and set aside.
- Using a stand mixer, beat the softened cream cheese and salt with the paddle on medium speed until smooth (about 1 minute). In a small glass bowl, dissolve gelatin into boiling water, stirring constantly, until completely dissolved (about 2 minutes).
- Incorporate half (1/2) of the brigadeiro mixture into the cream cheese, beating just until combined and stir in the dissolved gelatin well. Pour mixture into the cooled tart shell and level with a metal spatula.
- Then, pour in the remaining 1/4 of the brigadeiro mixture and immediately spread gently to level. Refrigerate for at least 4 hours or until filling is set.
- Before serving, let tart come to room temp for about 10 minutes (to let soften and make it easier to slice), unmold, and sprinkle cocoa powder on top (optional).
- Decorate triple brigadeiro cheesecake tart with brigadeiro balls on top. Enjoy our Triple Brigadeiro Cheesecake Tart!
Recipe Notes
Nutrition
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Chris @ The Café Sucré Farine says
Oh my word, Denise! This looks fantastic. I love that I always learn something new and delicious when I visit you. The presentation is fabulous! Pinned for a moment of weakness 🙂
Denise Browning says
Chris, my dear…Thank you! I feel flattered only because it is coming from a lady that makes jaw-dropping dishes and treats!!!
Betsy | JavaCupcake.com says
Your tart is STUNNING! Simply gorgeous!!
Denise Browning says
Thank you so much, Betsy! I am happy that you stopped by. Enjoy…
Regina says
Que delicia!!! Estou aqui com agua na boca. Alem de delicioso ficou maravilhoso, meus parabens!
Denise Browning says
Oi, Regina! Que maravilha que você aprovou. Eu já comi e comi essa torta. Espero que você possa fazê-la um dia… Você não se arrependerá! Um abraço!
Deb says
Denise you may have created the ultimate decadent dessert! What a spectacular slice of goodness!
Denise Browning says
Deb: Thank you so much. You are so sweet!
Little Cooking Tips says
Denise this time you outdone your self! WOW!!! This is not a tart. This is ART! You make it so difficult for us to control our weight, but it’s definitely worth it (darn it) 🙂
Thank you for this sinful amazing dessert. Thank you.
Love,
Panos and Mirella
Little Cooking Tips says
We want to post 5 STARS of course but for some reason the computer refused to accept it:)
Denise Browning says
LOL… Thank you for letting me know and also for stopping by, Panos and Mirella!!!
Denise Browning says
Thank you both, Panos and Mirella! I wish we can meet in person one day. I would love to serve you this tart.
Little Cooking Tips says
It would be an honor Denise! We’re really glad “meeting” you online nevertheless:) Have a wonderful weekend ahead!
Denise Browning says
The honor is mine, Panos and Mirella!
John@Kitchen Riffs says
Wow, this looks so good! I love cheesecake, and this looks over-the-top. Amazing recipe — thanks.
Denise Browning says
John: I have eaten this like crazy. I wish I could share a piece with you!
Lisa @ Garnish with Lemon says
Talk about over the top- love this dessert. It would last seconds in our house!
Denise Browning says
Thank you for stopping by, Lisa!!!! I am so happy that you liked my cheesecake.
Shaina says
What a gorgeous dessert!!! Those little fudge balls on top are really over the top. Wow, I’m drooling!!
Denise Browning says
Hi, Shaina! These are traditional fudge balls from my home country, Brazil! I love them so much that I had to make a triple brigadeiro dessert. 🙂
Francesca says
Oh man, talk about decadent. Even the floral pattern is lovely. Well done, lady!
Denise Browning says
Thank you, Francesca!!! This is inspired by Brazil’s most famous fudge balls, brigadeiros. I hope you try this too one day! xx
Allie | Baking a Moment says
This is one gorgeous cheesecake tart! I love the pretty stencil on top. And while I’ve never tried a brigadiero, I’m dying to!
Denise Browning says
Hi, Allie! I hope you try brigadeiros one day… You won’t regret it. 🙂
Cate @ Chez CateyLou says
Whoa – pure decadence is right! This looks incredible! It is a chocolate lovers dream cheesecake! Pinning! Happy Cheesecake Day!
Denise Browning says
Thank you for sharing it, Cate!
Judit + Corina @ Glamorous Bite says
Oh my chocolate and cheesecake what a wonderful combination and with that oreo crust there will not be any leftover crumbs on the plate! A totally delicious treat. Hope you are having a wonderful summer! We have been away most of the month in Europe, but are back now and ready cook. Cheers!
Denise Browning says
Thank you for interrupting you vacation and stopping by. I do appreciate it. I am sure that you both are having a wonderful European summer. I am looking forward to seeing what you will be cooking. I love your creations!!!
Sugar et al. says
This is beyond gorgeous Denise. No bake Cheesecakes are my ultimate favourites and this one has the added decadence of condensed milk…YUMMM!
Denise Browning says
Thank you, my dear!!!
Liz says
Whoa, this is one spectacular cheesecake! Denise, you’ve outdone yourself with this beauty!!!
Denise Browning says
Thank you so much, my dear Liz! I loved yours…
Aimee @ ShugarySweets says
Oh how I want to try this! Looks stunning 🙂
Denise Browning says
Hi, Aimee! Thank you…Wishing you a wonderful evening!
Monet says
Happy cheesecake day! This looks heavenly! Wish I had a slice!
Denise Browning says
I would be happy to share a slice with you for sure, Monet!
Angela {Mind Over Batter} says
This tart is JAW DROPPING! It is simply BEYOND! I need to try this! I wonder if I could sneak out of work. I’m *cough* *cough* feeling kind of sick.
Denise Browning says
LOL…Angela! I wish I could ship you this tart. It is all gone!!
I hope you feel better soon.
Mi Vida en un Dulce says
My mouth is melting right now. This cheesecake looks amazing. And I love how you decorate it!!!
Denise Browning says
I will make another one and invite you to eat it with me.
Roxana | Roxana's Home Baking says
Denise, your cheesecake tart is a show stopper! Oh my goodness! What an irresistible treat you’re sharing with us today! So rich and chocolate-y and the cocoa stencil and truffles on top make it stunning
Thanks for sharing and for joining us!
Denise Browning says
Thank you for having invited me to join this amazing group and help to celebrate cheesecake day. Thank you also for stopping by, Roxana!
Norma | Allspice and Nutmeg says
Oh my my this is epic. Gorgeous, delicious and pinned!
Denise Browning says
Norma: Thank you so mucg for sharing it. I do appreciate it.
Abbe@This is How I Cook says
Denise, this is like over the top. Totally dangerous. I think one bite might kill me. I just might have to bake it tomorrow!
Denise Browning says
Abbe…Thank you! I hope you do bake this because you won’t regret it. My eldest daughter loved this so much that she already asked me to make this tart again — when it was barely gone.
Juliana says
OMG Denise…this is a treat…brigadeiro all over…love how you presented this cheesecake…I would LOVE LOVE a slice of this cheesecake…
Enjoy your weekend dear 😀
Denise Browning says
Thank you, Juliana! This has our brigadeiro all over…
gloria says
This look amazing and delicious Denise!
Denise Browning says
Thank you, Gloria!!!
Karen (Back Road Journal) says
You have certainly outdone yourself with this dessert…it is outstanding!
Denise Browning says
Thank you very much, Karen!!! Have a fun weekend…
Lisa @ Wine & Glue says
This is SO beautiful! Almost too pretty to eat. Almost 🙂 Pinned!
Denise Browning says
Thank you, Lisa!!!! Thanks also for sharing it.
Von says
This sounds amazing! I’ve never had Brigadeiros before, but they look so yummy I know I’d definitely love them. I love a good oreo crust- this dessert sounds so decadent!
Denise Browning says
Thanks, Von! I hope you make this one day…
Dedy@Dentist Chef says
wow, what a beautifull and elegant cheesecake!!!
bow down with your photogaphy skills, i love the way you made topping pattern from the choco powder
Denise Browning says
Thank you, Dedy! I used a stencil to draw this pattern made with cocoa powder.
Tara says
What a gorgeous recipe, a real show stopper!!
Denise Browning says
Tara: Thanks a lot!
Shashi @ runninsrilankan says
Oh Denise – this is gorgeous and so decadent! I am drooling all over my screen looking at this triple brigadeiro cheesecake tart!
Denise Browning says
Shashi: Thanks a lot! Enjoy…
Amira says
gorgeous! Oreo cookies are one of our absolute favorites. This is for sure a keeper recipe.
Denise Browning says
Hi, Amira! Mine as well…Thank you!
Deepti says
Completely in love with your cheesecake tart Denise! I am drooling over the pictures…
Denise Browning says
🙂 It is good hear it, Deepti!
Karyn says
I Love that flower on top! Those truffles look great on top of the cheesecake!
Denise Browning says
Thanks, Karyn!
holly waterfall says
Oh my! I love the rich fudginess of this! Pass the fork!
Denise Browning says
Thank you, dear!!!
Raymund says
I am a cheesecake lover so this gets a two thumbs up, totally unique flavour to me but looking at all those ingredients I bet this is one amazing dessert!
Terri/LoveandConfections says
I have always wanted to make brigadeiros. The cocoa dusting is gorgeous!
Denise Browning says
Thanks, Terri! I used a stencil to have this pattern on top of the tart. I hope you get to make this.
marcela says
omg… I crave that tart so much…
I know that Christmas just ended, our stomachs are full… etc.
but… I love this recipe and that makes me feel hungry again…
Denise Browning says
Thanks, Marcela! This is my daughter Hannah fave tart.
Jessica says
Awesome cheesecake tart. Making is really interesting and very awesome in taste.
Rebba says
Hey there! I love this cheesecake tart. It was my first time making and I am not gonna lie that it was a lot of work but it was worth. This is a keeper for special occasions!