Keto Peanut Butter Cheesecake
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Keto Peanut Butter Cheesecake
Description
The Keto Peanut Butter Cheesecake starts with a crust of almond flour blended with butter, powdered sweetener, and vanilla, pressed into a springform pan to form a sturdy base. The filling is prepared by blending cream cheese, peanut butter, and sweetener until smooth, then incorporating dissolved gelatin and whipped heavy cream to create a light, mousse-like consistency. Chilling the assembled cheesecake for several hours or overnight allows the gelatin to set the filling properly. The finished cheesecake features a creamy texture with the distinct flavor of peanut butter complemented by notes of vanilla and sweetness without traditional sugar. Optional crumbled keto cookies and a drizzle of melted dark chocolate add crunch and richness on top.
Serve this cheesecake cold, sliced into 12 portions, ideal as a low-carb dessert choice. It pairs well with simple beverages and can be a special treat for those following a ketogenic lifestyle or anyone wanting a peanut butter-flavored cheesecake without added sugars.
For best results, keep the cream cheese at room temperature for smooth blending and ensure the gelatin completely dissolves to avoid lumps. Chilling overnight improves sliceability, and a brief period in the freezer before serving helps the cheesecake hold its shape. Store leftovers refrigerated up to 3 days or frozen for up to 3 months.
Ingredients
Base
- 2 cups almond flour or ground almonds, 200g
- ¼ cup butter melted, 50g
- 2 tablespoon powdered sweetener
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Cheesecake Filling
- 16 oz cream cheese 450g (I used Philadelphia, full fat
- 1 cup heavy whipping cream 240g, double
- ⅔ cup peanut butter 180g, salted, or unsalted peanut butter with a pinch of sea salt flakes
- 1 achet gelatine 12g, + 2 tablespoon hot water or 4 gelatine leaves
- 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
- 6 - 8 tablespoon powdered sweetener or to taste
Optional Topping
- 4-5 ginger cookie crumbled, or other Keto Cookies, keto
- ¼ cup / 50g chocolate chips or 90% dark chocolate, melted with ½ teaspoon coconut oil and drizzled over cake, sugar free
Instructions
- Line the base of a springform (20 cm diameter) with parchment paper.
- Make the crust: Mix the ground almonds/almond flour with the butter, sweetener and vanilla.
- Press into the springform with your hands. Use the back of a teaspoon to smooth the edges and base.
- Whip the cream until just below stiff peaks. Set aside.
- Blend the cream cheese, peanut butter and powdered sweetener until smooth with a hand mixer.
- Dissolve the gelatine according to your manufacturer's instructions. Mine dissolved in 2 tablespoon hot water.
- Immediately pour liquid gelatine into the peanut butter mix (before it sets), add the whipped cream and blend briefly to combine.
- Spoon the cheesecake filling into the springform, cover and chill for at least 4 hours or, even better, overnight in the fridge.
- Decorate your cake with optional crumbled biscuits and/or drizzled melted dark chocolate. Instructions for chocolate drizzle are in the recipe notes!
Notes
- The cream cheese should be at room temperature before mixing for a smoother filling.
- Ensure the gelatin is fully dissolved and lump-free before combining with other ingredients.
- Chilling the cheesecake overnight helps it set firmly and improves texture.
- For clean slices, freeze the cheesecake for 30 minutes before removing from the pan and serving.
- Store leftover cheesecake in the refrigerator for up to 3 days or freeze for up to 3 months.
- To make the chocolate drizzle topping, melt sugar-free chocolate chips or dark chocolate with coconut oil carefully, cool to lukewarm, then drizzle over the chilled cheesecake.
Nutrition Information
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Serving: 12Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 388 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 388kcal | 19% |
| Total Carbohydrates | 7.3g | 2% |
| Protein | 11.2g | 22% |
| Fat | 37.9g | 58% |
| Fiber | 2.8g | 11% |
| Sugar | 3g | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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