Description
A decadent, low-carb cheesecake with a crunchy almond flour crust, creamy filling, rich caramel sauce, toasted pecans, and a drizzle of sugar-free chocolate sauce. The perfect indulgence for those following a keto diet!
Ingredients
Scale
For the Crust:
- 1 cup almond flour
- ¼ cup Allulose or Lakanto Baking Sweetener
- ¼ cup butter, room temperature
- Pinch of salt
For the Filling:
- 32 oz cream cheese, room temperature
- 1 cup sour cream
- ¾ cup Lakanto Baking Sweetener
- 3 eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
For the Caramel Sauce:
- ⅓ cup Allulose
- 4 tbsp butter
- ½ cup heavy whipping cream
- ¼ tsp salt
- ¼ tsp molasses
- ½ cup toasted pecan pieces
For the Chocolate Sauce:
- ½ cup Lily’s Chocolate Chips
- ¼ cup heavy whipping cream
Instructions
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Make the Crust:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a mixing bowl, combine almond flour, sweetener, and a pinch of salt.
- Add softened butter and mix until the crust mixture comes together.
- Press the mixture into the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan to form the crust.
- Bake for 8-10 minutes or until the crust is lightly golden. Set aside to cool.
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Prepare the Filling:
- In a large mixing bowl, beat the cream cheese and sour cream together until smooth and creamy.
- Add Lakanto Baking Sweetener, eggs, and vanilla extract. Mix well until fully combined and smooth.
- Pour the cream cheese mixture over the cooled crust.
- Bake at 325°F (163°C) for 50-60 minutes, or until the center is just set and slightly jiggles.
- Turn off the oven and let the cheesecake cool in the oven for 1 hour before removing. Let it cool completely at room temperature, then refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight.
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Make the Caramel Sauce:
- In a small saucepan, combine Allulose, butter, and heavy cream over medium heat. Stir occasionally.
- Once the butter has melted and the mixture starts to simmer, add salt and molasses, and cook for 3-4 minutes until the sauce thickens.
- Remove from heat and stir in the toasted pecan pieces. Let it cool to room temperature.
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Make the Chocolate Sauce:
- In a small saucepan, heat the heavy whipping cream over low heat until it starts to simmer.
- Add the Lily’s Chocolate Chips and stir until melted and smooth. Remove from heat and set aside.
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Assemble the Cheesecake:
- Once the cheesecake has chilled, drizzle the caramel sauce over the top, then add the chocolate sauce in a decorative swirl pattern.
- Sprinkle the toasted pecans over the cheesecake.
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Serve:
- Slice and serve chilled. Enjoy this keto-friendly dessert!
Notes
- Ensure the cream cheese and sour cream are at room temperature for a smooth filling.
- You can make the caramel sauce in advance and store it in the fridge for up to a week.
- If you prefer a stronger caramel flavor, increase the molasses by a small amount.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes (not including chilling time)
- Cook Time: 60-70 minutes (including cooling time)
- Category: 12 servings
- Method: Dessert
- Cuisine: Baked