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vegan cheesecake recipe

Recommended Vegan Cheesecake Recipe

The best vegan cheesecake recipe that I can recommended to anyone who loves cheesecake but wants it completely vegan. If you follow this recipe, you'd definitely love the outcome.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 50 minutes
Chill Time 4 hours
Servings: 10 Slices
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American, Vegan
Calories: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition

Ingredients
  

For the Crust:
  • 1 ½ cups vegan graham cracker crumbs or crushed digestive biscuits
  • ¼ cup coconut oil melted or vegan butter
  • 2 tbsp maple syrup
For the Filling:
  • 2 cups raw cashews soaked overnight or in hot water for 1 hour
  • 1 cup coconut cream thick part from a chilled can
  • ½ cup maple syrup or agave nectar
  • ¼ cup lemon juice freshly squeezed
  • 2 tsp vanilla extract
  • 2 tbsp cornstarch or arrowroot powder
  • pinch of salt
Optional Topping:
  • Fresh berries
  • Vegan chocolate drizzle or fruit compote

Equipment

  • 9-inch springform pan
  • Blender or high-speed food processor
  • Mixing bowls
  • Measuring cups & spoons
  • Spatula
  • Oven

Method
 

Make the Crust:
  1. Preheat oven to 325°F (160°C).
  2. In a bowl, mix graham cracker crumbs, melted coconut oil, and maple syrup.
  3. Press the mixture evenly into the bottom of the springform pan.
  4. Bake for 8–10 minutes. Remove and let it cool.
Prepare the Filling:
  1. Drain soaked cashews and add them to a blender.
  2. Add coconut cream, maple syrup, lemon juice, vanilla, cornstarch, and salt.
  3. Blend on high until smooth and creamy.
Assemble & Bake:
  1. Pour the filling over the cooled crust.
  2. Smooth the top with a spatula.
  3. Bake at 325°F (160°C) for 40–45 minutes until edges are slightly firm but center is still a bit wobbly.
Chill:
  1. Let the cheesecake cool completely at room temperature.
  2. Refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight to set.
Serve:
  1. Remove from the springform pan, top with fresh berries or drizzle, slice, and enjoy!

Nutrition

Calories: 320kcal
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