Mini mojito cheesecakes (Nico Moretti)
These mini mojito cheesecakes combine a crunchy Granita biscuit base with a creamy lime, mint and rum filling. The Thermomix grinds the biscuits, melts the butter and whips the cream to stiff peaks, delivering airy individual desserts with a fresh cocktail twist in minutes.
About this recipe
Mini mojito cheesecakes Thermomix TM7 bring the refreshing spirit of Cuba's most famous cocktail to your dessert table in individual, portion-friendly form. If you have been searching for easy Thermomix TM7 recipes that deliver a real wow factor, this dessert is the answer: a crunchy Granita biscuit base, a silky cream cheese and whipped cream filling, and the classic mojito trio of fresh lime, mint and rum. Your all-in-one kitchen machine takes care of every step, from grinding the biscuits to a fine crumb and melting the unsalted butter without risk of burning, to blending the caster sugar and cream cheese into a velvety mixture. The butterfly whisk whips the pouring cream to stiff peaks, giving the filling its light, mousse-like texture. These mini cheesecakes are perfect for summer barbecues, dinner parties or festive buffets, and they can be prepared well in advance, leaving you free to enjoy your guests.
Preparation tips
- For the crispest base, press the ground Granita biscuit and butter mixture firmly into the bottom of each glass or ring with the back of a spoon. An even, compact layer prevents the base from crumbling when you spoon the mojito filling on top.
- Chill the mini cheesecakes for several hours before serving so the cream cheese filling sets around the whipped cream. Add the fresh mint leaves and thin lime slices only just before serving so they stay vibrant and aromatic.
- For a smoother, more intense lime flavour, finely grate the lime zest before juicing the fruit in the mixing bowl. If you prefer an alcohol-free version, simply replace the rum with extra lime juice and a splash of tonic water.
Recipe variations
- Alcohol-free mojito cheesecakes: replace the rum with additional fresh lime juice and a few drops of mint extract. Children can then enjoy these mini desserts too, and the mint-lime combination stays just as refreshing and zesty.
- Festive berry variation: layer a spoonful of lime pulp or a homemade mojito-style coulis between the biscuit base and the cream cheese filling, then crown each cheesecake with a sugared mint leaf and a raspberry for a colourful party finish.
Why this recipe works
Bring the cocktail hour to your dessert table with these refreshing Mini Mojito cheesecakes. Combining tangy lime, fresh mint, and creamy white chocolate, they are a guaranteed crowd-pleaser. Designed for busy schedules, the Thermomix TM7 does all the hard work for you. From blitzing the biscuit base to emulsifying the smooth filling, everything happens in one bowl, saving you precious minutes. You get impressive, complex flavours with a simple, quick preparation method that fits perfectly into your hectic lifestyle.
Thermomix TM7 Benefits
- Fine grinding - The TM7 grinds the Granita biscuits into an even crumb that binds perfectly with the melted butter. [Grinding]. [Multi-Function]
- Gentle melting - The Thermomix melts the unsalted butter with soft heat control so the biscuit base never turns greasy. [Heating]. [Precision Control]
- Airy whipping - With the butterfly whisk the TM7 whips the pouring cream into stiff, stable peaks for a light filling. [Whipping]. [Multi-Function]
- Creamy blending - The Thermomix blends cream cheese, caster sugar and lime into a silky, lump-free mojito filling. [Mixing]. [Multi-Function]
- Weighing accuracy - The integrated scale of the TM7 weighs cream cheese and rum directly in the bowl for consistent mini cheesecakes. [Weighing]. [Built-in Scale]
Ingredients
- Granita™ biscuits
- unsalted butter
- caster sugar
- fresh limes
- fresh mint
- cream cheese
- white rum
- pouring (whipping) cream