Ingredients
For the Crust:
- 1 ½ cups almond flour
- ¼ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- ¼ cup powdered erythritol or monk fruit sweetener
- 5 tablespoons melted butter
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
For the Chocolate Cheesecake Filling:
- 16 oz cream cheese, softened
- ½ cup powdered erythritol or monk fruit sweetener
- ½ cup heavy whipping cream
- 4 oz unsweetened dark chocolate, melted
- 2 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 large eggs
Instructions
Prepare the Crust:
- Preheat the Oven: Set to 325°F (163°C). Grease an 8-inch springform pan with butter or coconut oil.
- Mix the Crust Ingredients: In a bowl, combine almond flour, cocoa powder, powdered sweetener, melted butter, and vanilla extract until well mixed.
- Press into the Pan: Spread the mixture evenly across the bottom of the springform pan, pressing firmly.
- Bake & Cool: Bake for 10 minutes, then remove from the oven and let cool while preparing the filling.
Make the Cheesecake Filling:
- Beat the Cream Cheese: In a large bowl, beat cream cheese and powdered sweetener until smooth and fluffy.
- Incorporate the Chocolate: Add melted chocolate, cocoa powder, and vanilla extract, mixing until fully combined.
- Add the Eggs: Beat in one egg at a time, mixing until just combined. Do not overmix.
- Pour & Smooth: Pour the batter over the pre-baked crust, smoothing the top.
Bake the Cheesecake:
- Bake: Place in the oven and bake for 45-50 minutes, or until the edges are set and the center slightly jiggles.
- Cool Gradually: Turn off the oven and leave the door slightly open for 30 minutes before transferring the cheesecake to the fridge.
- Chill: Refrigerate for at least 4 hours (or overnight) before slicing and serving.
Serve & Enjoy:
- Slice & Garnish: Serve with sugar-free whipped cream, fresh berries, or chocolate shavings for extra indulgence!
Notes
- Nut-Free Crust: Use sunflower seed flour instead of almond flour.
- No-Bake Version: Skip the oven and freeze for a firmer, chilled cheesecake.
- Dairy-Free Option: Use dairy-free cream cheese and coconut cream instead of heavy cream.
- Mocha Flavor: Add 1 teaspoon espresso powder to enhance the chocolate richness.
- Extra Toppings: Drizzle with sugar-free chocolate ganache or top with toasted almonds.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Category: Desserts
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten Free