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