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The BEST Paleo Cheesecake Recipe

Rich, creamy, delightful cheesecake made with all clean ingredients for a magical treat.

Prep Time
30 mins
Total Time
30 mins
Servings: 1 (8-inch) cheesecake
Calories: 424 kcal
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

Cheesecake Crust:
  • 2 cups raw almonds
  • 4 Tbsp coconut oil
  • 2 Tbsp pure maple syrup
  • Pinch sea salt
Cheesecake Filling:
  • 3 cups raw cashews
  • ⅓ cup lemon juice
  • ⅔ cup honey
  • 1 cup full-fat coconut milk
  • Pinch sea salt
  • 1 tsp pure vanilla extract

Instructions

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  1. Place the raw cashews in a bowl and fill with water (2 inches above the line of cashews) so that they’re completely covered. Soak overnight (at least 8 hours).
  2. Add the ingredients for the crust to a food processor and process until completely combined and the nuts are chopped into tiny pieces. You may need to add 1 to 3 additional tablespoons of coconut oil depending on the consistency of the crust.
  3. Line a 8-inch or 9-inch springform pie pan with parchment paper and transfer the crust mixture to it. Use your hands to press the crust mixture into the bottom of the pan, creating an even layer.
  4. Drain and rinse the cashews then transfer them to a high-powered blender (they can be moist - they don’t need to be completely dry).
  5. Add the rest of the ingredients for the filling to the blender and blend until completely smooth. You may need to stop the blender a couple of times, scrape the sides with a rubber spatula and get it going again in order to get the consistency completely creamy. Taste the filling for flavor and if desired, add more lemon juice and/or honey to taste (use up to 1 1/4 cups honey for a sweeter cheesecake).
  6. Pour the cheesecake filling over the crust and smooth into an even layer. Transfer the cheesecake to your freezer and freeze at least 2 hours, until completely set up.
  7. Slice and serve!

Nutrition Information

Serving 1of 12 Calories 424kcal (21%) Carbohydrates 31g (10%) Protein 9g (18%) Fat 31g (48%) Fiber 3g (12%) Sugar 21g (42%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 1(8-inch) cheesecake

Amount Per Serving

Calories 424

% Daily Value*

Serving 1of 12
Calories 424kcal 21%
Carbohydrates 31g 10%
Protein 9g 18%
Fat 31g 48%
Fiber 3g 12%
Sugar 21g 42%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.