In the fast-paced world of food manufacturing, innovation is key to staying ahead of consumer trends. Our Blueberry & Banana Flapjack & Dragon Fruit Cheesecake created by The Hungry Guy for our latest NPD session offers a fresh take on indulgent desserts, combining vibrant flavours with natural goodness.
The oaty base of banana and blueberry flapjack delivers a chewy bite, while the creamy dragon fruit cheesecake layer adds an exotic twist with its subtly sweet taste.
This dual-layered treat is designed for versatility and taps into the growing demand for premium indulgences—perfect for retail, food service or grab-and-go markets.
Freeze dried over fresh fruit in baking
This recipe uses freeze-dried fruits rather than fresh, as they offer great flavour but contain less water, meaning it doesn’t compromise the texture of the flapjack or topping.
It also adds lively, consistent colour for visual appeal.
Blueberry and Banana Flapjack & Dragon Fruit Cheesecake Ingredients
For the Flapjack:
- 125g Butter
- 100g Golden Syrup
- 50g Caster Sugar
- 225g Oats
- 1 Tbsp Freeze-Dried Blueberries
- 1 Tbsp Freeze-Dried Bananas
For the Cheesecake Topping:
- 150g Cream Cheese
- 75g Icing Sugar
- 50g Double Cream
- 1 Tbsp Freeze-Dried Dragon Fruit
- A Few Drops of Vanilla Essence
Let’s give it a go!
Prepare the Flapjack:
- Melt the butter, golden syrup, and caster sugar in a pan over low heat.
- Lightly crush or chop the freeze-dried blueberries and bananas, then mix with the oats in a large bowl.
- Pour in the melted butter mixture and stir until well combined.
- Spread the mixture evenly into a lined baking tray, pressing it down firmly.
- Bake in a preheated oven at 170°C for 20–25 minutes until golden.
- Allow to cool completely before cutting into slices or squares.
Make the Cheesecake Topping:
- Whisk the cream cheese and icing sugar together until smooth.
- In a separate bowl, whisk the double cream and vanilla essence to soft peaks.
- Gently fold the whipped cream into the cream cheese mixture. Taste and adjust sweetness if needed.
Assemble the Dessert:
- Place the flapjack pieces on a serving plate.
- Spoon or pipe the cheesecake mixture over each piece.
- Sprinkle with crushed freeze-dried dragon fruit for a vibrant finish.
Serve immediately or chill before serving for a firmer texture.
For more information on our freeze-dried ingredients, get in touch on info@brusco.co.uk or call 01386 761 555.
