Ingredients
For the Crust:
- 1 ½ cups almond flour
- ¼ cup powdered sweetener (e.g., erythritol or monk fruit)
- ¼ cup unsalted butter, melted
For the Cheesecake Filling:
- 16 oz cream cheese, softened
- ¾ cup powdered sweetener
- 2 large eggs
- ½ cup sour cream
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 teaspoons instant coffee dissolved in 1 tablespoon hot water
For the Topping (Optional):
- ½ cup heavy whipping cream
- 1 tablespoon powdered sweetener
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
- Unsweetened cocoa powder for dusting
Instructions
1. Prepare the Crust:
- Preheat your oven to 325°F (163°C) and grease an 8-inch springform pan.
- In a bowl, combine almond flour, powdered sweetener, and melted butter. Mix until the mixture becomes crumbly.
- Press the mixture evenly into the bottom of the prepared pan.
2. Bake the Crust:
- Bake the crust for 10 minutes, then remove from the oven and let it cool completely.
3. Make the Cheesecake Filling:
- In a large bowl, beat the cream cheese and powdered sweetener until smooth.
- Add the eggs, one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
- Stir in sour cream, vanilla extract, and dissolved coffee until well combined.
4. Assemble and Bake:
- Pour the cheesecake batter over the cooled crust and smooth the top.
- Bake for 40-45 minutes, or until the center is set but slightly jiggly.
- Turn off the oven and crack the door open. Let the cheesecake cool in the oven for 1 hour.
5. Chill the Cheesecake:
- Refrigerate the cheesecake for at least 4 hours or overnight before serving to allow it to firm up.
6. Prepare the Topping (Optional):
- For the topping, whip the heavy whipping cream with powdered sweetener and vanilla extract until soft peaks form.
- Spread the whipped cream over the cheesecake and dust with unsweetened cocoa powder for an extra touch of flavor.
Notes
- Add Chocolate: For a mocha twist, you can stir in some sugar-free chocolate chips into the cheesecake filling.
- Dairy-Free Option: Substitute the cream cheese and sour cream with dairy-free alternatives for a dairy-free version.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Keto