Description
Indulge in the creamy, fruity goodness of this Vibrant Vegan Strawberry Cheesecake Delight. With a nutty crust, a luscious cashew-based filling, and a sweet strawberry topping, this dessert is a showstopper for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
For the Crust:
- 1 cup raw almonds or walnuts
- 1 cup Medjool dates (pitted)
- 1/4 tsp salt
For the Cheesecake Filling:
- 1 1/2 cups raw cashews (soaked 4–6 hours or overnight, then drained)
- 1/3 cup coconut cream (thick part from canned coconut milk)
- 1/3 cup maple syrup
- 1/4 cup melted coconut oil
- 1/4 cup lemon juice
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup fresh strawberries (chopped)
For the Strawberry Topping:
- 1 cup fresh strawberries
- 1–2 tbsp maple syrup
- 1 tsp lemon juice
Instructions
- Line the bottom of a 7- or 8-inch springform pan with parchment paper. In a food processor, pulse almonds, dates, and salt until a sticky dough forms. Press evenly into the bottom of the prepared pan to form the crust. Set aside.
- To make the filling, blend soaked cashews, coconut cream, maple syrup, melted coconut oil, lemon juice, and vanilla extract in a high-speed blender or food processor until smooth and creamy. Add chopped strawberries and blend just until combined.
- Pour the filling over the crust and smooth the top with a spatula. Freeze for at least 4 hours, or until firm.
- For the topping, blend strawberries, maple syrup, and lemon juice until smooth. Pour over the frozen cheesecake and spread evenly. Return to the freezer for 15–20 minutes to set the topping.
- Let the cheesecake sit at room temperature for 10–15 minutes before slicing and serving.
Notes
- Store leftovers in the freezer for up to 2 weeks.
- For a nut-free crust, use sunflower seeds or oats in place of almonds.
- You can also swirl the strawberry topping into the cheesecake before freezing for a marbled effect.
- Prep Time: 25 minutes (plus soaking)
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: Vegan, American-Inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 330
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 45mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 27g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
