Crumbly, sweet, and so addictive. Like the rest of the world, Lotus Biscoff treats in Malaysia are known as a teatime snack or a quick-fix when hunger pangs strike at midnight. But did you know that they—as well as the Biscoff-flavored spread—are also awesome when incorporated into baked goods? As home-baking becomes the hobby of choice for many during Covid-19 lockdowns, Lotus Biscoff adds another dimension of flavours to your creations. Here are some easy Lotus Biscoff-inspired recipes to try out.
Up Your Homebaking Game With These Lotus Biscoff Recipes
No-Bake Cheesecake
No-bake means no ovens required! This Lotus Biscoff recipe is perfect if you just can’t get enough of the biscuit. From the savoury crust to the cream cheese filling, there’s Lotus Biscoff in all aspects of the cake, even the garnish! In terms of prepping, the heavy work is done with a food processor or zip-lock bag to crush the biscuits into fine crumbs. The rest is straightforward and simple. Bring this to your best friend’s birthday party to impress them!
Recipe Ingredients:
- 250g of Lotus Biscoff biscuits
- 90g of melted butter
- 2 ½ cups of cream cheese
- 200g of Lotus Biscoff cookie butter
- 1 cup of heavy cream
- ⅔ cup of powdered sugar
- 1 tsp of vanilla extract
- 14g of gelatin
- 70ml of water
- 3-4 crushed Lotus Biscoff biscuits for garnishing
Cupcakes
Got a potluck coming up? Use this Lotus Biscoff recipe to create a sure-win box of cupcakes! A classic party food, you can never go wrong with cupcakes. Perfect for all ages, this rendition has a bite to it from the Lotus Biscoff biscuits as the velvety sponge slowly melts in your mouth. Some conventional baking is required here, so bring out the stand mixer and cupcake trays. Tip: to achieve even spongy textures, make sure to whisk the eggs well.
Recipe Ingredients:
- 100g of crushed Lotus Biscoff biscuits
- 15g of melted butter
- 1 tsp of golden syrup
- 120g of self-raising flour
- 100g of caster sugar
- 25g of dark brown soft sugar
- ¼ tsp of bicarbonate soda
- A pinch of salt
- 125g of soft butter
- 2 eggs
- 1.5 tbsp of milk
Brownies
There’s not a storm that a fudgy and gooey brownie can’t weather. The ultimate comfort food treat, brownies cheer you up when you’re down and bring you joy when you’re already over the moon. And now, by adding Lotus Biscoff goodies to a brownie, you have the ultimate pick-me-up! Specifically, this recipe uses Lotus Biscoff biscuits as a topping, which is then layered with a white chocolate reduction in a feathered pattern. Once your brownies are done, cut them into small cubes for the perfect bite.
Recipe Ingredients:
- 150g of melted unsalted butter
- 180g of brown sugar
- 150g of caster sugar
- 3 eggs
- 2 tsp of vanilla extract
- 60g of cocoa powder
- 90g of self-raising flour
- 200g of Lotus Biscoff biscuits
- 200g of Lotus Biscoff smooth spread
- 50g of white chocolate
Doughnuts
In Malaysia, Lotus Biscoff doughnuts are hard to find. So, why not make your own? This recipe uses Lotus Biscoff biscuits to glaze the finished doughnuts. The end result is a fluffy snack that’s set off with crumbled toppings for a slight crunch. To achieve well-shaped rings, use a doughnut tray for the mixture to set in place. As a tip, don’t immediately remove the doughnuts from the tray after they’re done. Instead, allow them to rest at room temperature for about five minutes before gently nudging them out with the edge of a knife.
Recipe Ingredients:
- 150g of all-purpose flour
- 65g of brown sugar
- ½ tsp of baking powder
- ½ tsp of salt
- 1 egg
- 80ml of milk
- ½ tsp of bicarbonate soda
- 60g of melted unsalted butter and extra for greasing the tray
- 1 tsp of white vinegar
- 1 tsp of vanilla extract
- 5 Lotus Biscoff biscuits
Cookies
Proceed with caution as these cookies are a double dose of in-your-face flavours that renders you in a state of dessert bliss. Seriously though, this Lotus Biscoff cookie recipe elevates the classic New York chocolate cookie with a volcanic gooey filling. Compared to other styles of chocolate chip cookies, these ones are looser in texture so they have more of a crunch. That said, the ratio between cookie dough and filling is something to take note of. Be careful not to overstuff them to avoid the filing from leaking in the oven.
Recipe Ingredients:
- 125g of Lotus Biscoff spread, both smooth and chunky are fine
- 190g of cold butter
- 135g of caster sugar
- 100g of white chocolate chips
- 135g of light brown sugar
- 100g of milk chocolate chips
- 420g of plain flour
- 10g of baking powder
- 100g of crushed Lotus Biscoff biscuits
- 1 tsp of salt
- 2 eggs
Ice Cream
What happens when you fuse ice cream with finger-licking cookie butter? A sinful frozen delight. And the best thing about this Lotus Biscoff recipe is that there are only four ingredients! Creamy with hints of caramel and toffee, this is the perfect snack for a sweltering Malaysian afternoon. Pair it with a cone or have it straight from a plastic container, you’ll only wonder why you didn’t make more after finishing everything in one sitting.
Recipe Ingredients:
- 2 cups of cold heavy cream
- ¾ cup of sweetened condensed milk
- 1 cup of Lotus Biscoff cookie butter
- 10-12 crushed Lotus Biscoff biscuits
Your Desserts Will Only Taste Better With Lotus Biscoff Recipes
Lucky for us, Lotus Biscoff is popular in Malaysia. Which makes it so much easier to replicate the aforementioned recipes! Whether it’s using the spread to top off a cheesecake or sprinkling crumbled biscuits over fresh doughnuts, Lotus Biscoff is a distinctive caramelised addition to your homemade creations! Want to bake but don’t have the necessary appliances? Not to worry—these no-bake recipes will do the trick.
