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Sugar-Free Cheesecake

Creamy Sugar-Free Cheesecake That's Deliciously Guilt-Free

This Sugar-Free Cheesecake is a creamy, guilt-free dessert, perfect for satisfying your sweet tooth without added sugar.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 50 minutes
Cooling Time 2 hours
Total Time 3 hours
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 180

Ingredients
  

Cheesecake Filling
  • 2 cups low-fat cottage cheese substitute with pressed dry cottage cheese for lower moisture
  • 1 cup sour cream Greek yogurt can be used as a substitute
  • 3 large eggs ensure they are at room temperature
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract almond extract can be an intriguing substitute
Crust
  • 1 cup almond flour substitute with coconut flour or hazelnut flour
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter coconut oil can be a dairy-free option

Equipment

  • 9- to 10-inch stoneware pie plate
  • fine-mesh strainer
  • microwave-safe bowl
  • mixing bowl

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Preheat your oven to 355°F (180°C).
  2. Strain 2 cups of low-fat cottage cheese through a fine-mesh strainer for about 5-10 minutes.
  3. Melt 2 tablespoons of unsalted butter in a microwave-safe bowl for about 30-45 seconds.
  4. Grease a 9- to 10-inch stoneware pie plate with the cooled melted butter.
  5. In a large mixing bowl, combine the strained cottage cheese, 1 cup of sour cream, 3 large room-temperature eggs, and 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract and whisk until smooth.
  6. Gently fold in 1 cup of almond flour and the remaining melted butter until fully combined.
  7. Pour the cheesecake mixture into the prepared pie plate and bake for 45-50 minutes.
  8. Let the cheesecake cool on a wire rack for at least 30 minutes, then refrigerate for at least 2 hours before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 180kcalCarbohydrates: 9gProtein: 8gFat: 14gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 270mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 2gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 500IUCalcium: 200mgIron: 1mg

Notes

This cheesecake can be customized with toppings such as dark chocolate or fresh berries to enhance its appeal. Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days or freeze for up to 3 months.

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