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sugar free cheesecake recipe

Sugar Free Cheesecake

This sugar free cheesecake is rich, creamy, and perfectly sweet without refined sugar. Made with a smooth cream cheese filling and a nutty almond flour crust, it's a diabetic-friendly dessert that doesn’t sacrifice flavor.
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Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Prep Time: 25 minutes
Cook Time: 1 hour 20 minutes
Total Time: 1 hour 45 minutes
Servings: 12 slices
Calories: 320kcal
Author: Chloe White
Cost: $6

Equipment

  • springform pan
  • Mixing bowls
  • electric mixer
  • roasting pan
  • – Aluminum foil
  • spatula
  • Oven

Ingredients

  • 1 1/2 cups almond flour
  • 1/4 cup melted butter
  • 3 tbsp erythritol-monk fruit sweetener blend
  • 1 tsp cinnamon
  • 1 pinch salt
  • 32 oz cream cheese, room temperature
  • 1 cup erythritol-monk fruit sweetener blend
  • 1 tbsp vanilla extract
  • 4 large eggs
  • 1/4 cup sour cream
  • 1 tbsp lemon juice
  • 1 tsp lemon zest

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 325°F (165°C). Wrap a 9-inch springform pan with aluminum foil.
  • Mix almond flour, melted butter, sweetener, cinnamon, and salt. Press into pan and bake for 10 minutes.
  • Reduce oven temperature to 300°F (150°C).
  • Beat cream cheese until smooth, then add sweetener and mix until fully combined.
  • Add vanilla and eggs one at a time, mixing gently after each addition.
  • Fold in sour cream, lemon juice, and lemon zest.
  • Pour filling over crust. Place pan in a water bath.
  • Bake for 70-80 minutes until edges are set and center slightly jiggles.
  • Turn off oven, crack door open, and let cool inside for 1 hour.
  • Remove, cool completely, then refrigerate at least 8 hours or overnight.

Notes

Always use room temperature ingredients for a smooth batter. Avoid overmixing to prevent cracks. A water bath ensures even baking and a creamy texture. Chill overnight for best results.

Nutrition

Calories: 320kcal | Carbohydrates: 8g | Protein: 9g | Fat: 28g | Saturated Fat: 15g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 8g | Cholesterol: 110mg | Sodium: 250mg | Potassium: 140mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 900IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 120mg | Iron: 1mg