Description
This No-Bake Keto Pecan Pie Cheesecake is a rich and creamy dessert perfect for those following a low-carb or keto lifestyle. Combining a chocolate almond flour crust with a luscious cream cheese filling studded with pecans and sweetened naturally with sugar-free maple syrup, this cheesecake requires no baking and is ideal for making ahead of time.
Ingredients
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Crust
- 1 1/2 cups almond flour
- 1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1/4 cup melted butter
- 1 tbsp sweetener of choice (such as erythritol or stevia)
Filling
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup chopped pecans
- 1/4 cup sugar-free maple syrup
Instructions
- Prepare the crust: Combine almond flour, unsweetened cocoa powder, melted butter, and sweetener in a mixing bowl. Stir thoroughly until well combined to form a consistent crust mixture.
- Press crust into pan: Transfer the crust mixture into the bottom of a pie dish or tart pan. Press firmly and evenly to create a uniform crust layer.
- Chill crust: Place the pie dish in the refrigerator and allow the crust to chill for 30 minutes to set properly.
- Make the filling: In a separate large bowl, beat the softened cream cheese and heavy cream using an electric mixer or whisk until the mixture is smooth, creamy, and fluffy.
- Add pecans and syrup: Fold in the chopped pecans and sugar-free maple syrup gently until fully incorporated into the cream cheese mixture.
- Assemble cheesecake: Pour the cream cheese filling evenly over the chilled crust. Use a spatula to smooth out the surface carefully.
- Refrigerate to set: Place the assembled cheesecake back into the refrigerator and chill for at least 3 hours, or until the filling is firm and slices cleanly.
Notes
- For best results, use softened cream cheese at room temperature to ensure a smooth filling.
- You can substitute the sweetener with your preferred keto-friendly option suitable for baking.
- Chopping pecans while keeping some pieces larger adds textural interest.
- Let the cheesecake sit for a few minutes at room temperature before slicing to make cutting easier.
- Store leftovers covered in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
