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Vegan Cheesecake with Berry Topping

You're going to LOVE this easy and tasty Vegan Cheesecake. The creamy no-bake vanilla dairy-free cheesecake is smooth, rich and delicious. I've topped it with a simple quick berry sauce.

Prep Time
20 mins
soaking time
20 mins
Total Time
40 mins
Servings: 12
Calories: 397 kcal
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

For the crust
  • 1 ½ cups (150g) crushed vegan cookies vegan graham crackers, gingersnaps, digestives etc…
  • 4 tablespoons melted refined coconut oil
  • ¼ cup (50g) organic brown sugar
  • ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
For the vegan cheesecake filling
  • 2 cups (300g) raw unsalted cashews soaked in cold water overnight or in boiling water for 1 hour
  • ¾ cup (200g) coconut cream the cream from the top of a can of coconut milk
  • ½ cup (170g) melted coconut oil
  • ½ cup (170g) maple syrup
  • ¼ cup (50ml) lemon juice (from approx 1 lemon)
  • 2 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • ½ teaspoon salt
For the berry topping (optional)
  • 1 cup (100g) fresh or frozen mixed berries
  • 1 tablespoon sugar
  • ½ tablespoon lemon juice
  • 1 tablespoon water

Instructions

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  1. Spray an 8” inch round springform pan with non-stick cooking spray and line the bottom with parchment paper. Set aside.
  2. Note: cashews need to be prepared in advance, either by soaking overnight, or adding to a pan of water, bring to the boil, cover and set aside for 20 minutes, then drain.
For the crust
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  1. Add the crushed cookies, melted coconut oil, sugar and vanilla to a medium bowl. Stir well until combined and the consistency of damp sand.
  2. Press evenly and firmly into the base of the prepared pan and smooth with the back of a spoon. Place into the freezer to chill while preparing the filling.
For the vegan cheesecake filling
  1. Add the drained soaked cashews and all other filling ingredients to a blender and blend until it’s really smooth. You’ll probably need to stop occasionally and scrape the sides down. Pour it over the crust, smooth it out with the back of a spoon and place in the freezer until set: 4-6 hours.
For the berry topping:
  1. Add the raspberries, sugar, lemon juice and water to a pot, stir and bring to the boil. Allow it to boil for about 5 minutes, stirring often to stop it from scorching.
  2. Reduce the heat to low and let it simmer and bubble for 7minutes. It will thicken further as it cools. Set aside to cool before spooning onto the vegan cheesecake.
To serve
  1. You can serve the cheesecake frozen, or let it thaw at room temperature for 30 minutes before serving.
  2. Store in the freezer for up to 3 months

Notes

  • Calculated time doesn't include time in the freezer
  • Crush the cookies by hand or in a food processor
  • Check the cookies are vegan. Some graham cracker brands have honey, but Nabisco should be vegan. Many gingersnaps (gingernuts) are vegan and add a nice gingery flavor.
  • If you only have a 7” or 9” springform pan, it will still work. The cheesecake will just be thicker or thinner.

Nutrition Information

Calories 397kcal (20%) Carbohydrates 33g (11%) Protein 5g (10%) Fat 29g (45%) Saturated Fat 18g (90%) Sodium 172mg (7%) Potassium 234mg (7%) Fiber 1g (4%) Sugar 19g (38%) Vitamin A 6IU (0%) Vitamin C 1mg (1%) Calcium 29mg (3%) Iron 2mg (11%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 12Serving

Amount Per Serving

Calories 397

% Daily Value*

Calories 397kcal 20%
Carbohydrates 33g 11%
Protein 5g 10%
Fat 29g 45%
Saturated Fat 18g 90%
Sodium 172mg 7%
Potassium 234mg 5%
Fiber 1g 4%
Sugar 19g 38%
Vitamin A 6IU 0%
Vitamin C 1mg 1%
Calcium 29mg 3%
Iron 2mg 11%

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