This idea gained traction after Japanese creators on social media demonstrated how to turn Greek yogurt and coconut sablé cookies—a crisp, lightly sweet biscuit often used in Japanese desserts—into a cheesecake-inspired treat. By dunking the cookies into Greek yogurt and refrigerating the mixture overnight, the cookies soften and form a tender base to complement the tangy, creamy yogurt.

As the trend spread, creators around the world began offering their own take on the simple method. One TikTok user compared the result to an icebox cake, noting how the yogurt transforms the cookies into a soft, fluffy texture. Another praised the flavor after swapping in Biscoff cookies, calling Japanese Cheesecake “absolutely delicious.”

How To Make the 2-Ingredient Japanese Cheesecake
This recipe stands out for its ease. Prep takes less than a minute, then the refrigerator handles the rest.

Start with a container of Greek yogurt. Full-fat works best for achieving that cheesecake-like texture and tangy flavor. Any thick Greek yogurt will deliver similar results, so feel free to use your preferred brand.

Next, choose your cookies. The version that first went viral among Japanese creators relies on coconut sablé cookies, which you can find at many Asian grocery stores. For my take, I followed the lead of other creators online and reached for Biscoff cookies instead.

With the two main ingredients ready, assembling the recipe takes no time at all. Depending on the depth of your yogurt container, dip the cookies vertically into the yogurt, pushing the cookies into the yogurt until they touch the bottom of the yogurt container and disappear into the yogurt (or break them into smaller pieces to fit). Reseal the container with its lid or cover it with plastic wrap, then refrigerate overnight, or for at least 4 to 6 hours.

I was blown away by how delicious it turned out in the morning. The Biscoff cookies softened into tender, crumbly bites that blended perfectly with the creamy, tangy yogurt. I enjoyed it for breakfast and immediately made a few more to keep in the fridge for a quick midday snack or late-night dessert.


Tips:
Spoon fruit compote on top. The yogurt tastes rich and subtly sweet thanks to the cookies mixed in, but a fruit compote can add brightness and balance. Cook your favorite fruit (such as blueberries, strawberries, or cherries) until saucy, then spoon it over the top for a sweeter finish.

Swap the cookie base. Biscoff cookies add warm spice and depth, but other biscuits work just as well. For a more traditional take on the trend, try coconut sablé cookies. Pantry staples like graham crackers or even chocolatey Oreos also deliver great results.

Add a crumble. For extra texture, set aside a portion of the cookies when preparing the yogurt. After the yogurt-cookie mixture rests overnight, crush the reserved cookies and sprinkle them on top for a satisfying crunch.