A minimalist dessert inspired by Japanese-style cheesecake is quickly becoming TikTok’s latest food obsession, proving once again that viral recipes don’t need a long grocery list to win people over.
The trend centers on a deceptively simple idea: combining thick yogurt with cookies to create a soft, cake-like dessert after a night in the fridge. One TikTok video showcasing the recipe has already racked up more than 460,000 likes, with viewers flooding the comments to praise its texture and ease.
In the viral clip, a food influencer layers plain Greek yogurt with cookies, then reveals the finished result after chilling.
She captioned the video, “Actually so yum – the layered mix between thick yogurt and sweet crumbly crackers >>,” summing up the appeal in a single line.
The finished dessert slices and scoops like a no-bake cheesecake, with a creamy interior and softened, cake-like layers where the cookies absorb moisture overnight.
Part of the recipe’s appeal is its flexibility. Creators have experimented with everything from graham crackers and Biscoff biscuits to Oreos and coconut cookies, each giving the dessert a slightly different flavor and texture.
Full-fat Greek yogurt is the most popular choice for a richer, creamier result, but many users report success with low-fat versions as well.
How to make TikTok’s two-ingredient “cheesecake.”
The method couldn’t be simpler:
- Start with plain Greek yogurt. Full-fat yogurt will yield a thicker, creamier texture, but low-fat works too.
- Press cookies directly into the yogurt, layering as you go. Popular choices include graham crackers, Biscoff, Oreos, and coconut biscuits.
- Refrigerate for at least 12 hours to allow the cookies to soften and the mixture to set.
- Scoop, slice, and eat—no baking required.
