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Raw Cheesecake with Raspberry Sauce

Plant-based
Gluten-free

A raw vegan cheesecake with a berry topping is a guilt-free indulgence that combines wholesome ingredients to create a decadent treat. Crafted without dairy or refined sugars, the cheesecake features a luscious, creamy filling made from nuts and coconut cream, on a base of graham crumbs. Topped with your choice of berries in a sauce, this dessert not only satisfies sweet cravings but also delivers a burst of antioxidants and natural sweetness. Indulge in the rich, creamy texture and fruity freshness of this raw vegan cheesecake for a delightful and health-conscious dessert experience.

Ingredients

Base Ingredients

  • 160g gluten free graham crackers
  • 1/4 vegan margarine melted

Cheesecake Layer

  • 2 cups raw cashews https://amzn.to/3w8tMeI
  • 1/2 cup of coconut cream
  • 1/4 cup Maple Syrup
  • 1 tablespoon coconut oil
  • 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice

Fruit Topping

  • 2 1/2 cups frozen berries (I used raspberries)
  • 1/2 cup of granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup of water
  • 2 teaspoons cornstarch
  • 2 tablespoons water
  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 teaspoon vegan margarine
Prep time:
30 mins
Cook time:
20 mins
Total time:
45 mins plus freezer time
Serves:
6-8
Ingredients

Base Ingredients

  • 160g gluten free graham crackers
  • 1/4 vegan margarine melted

Cheesecake Layer

  • 2 cups raw cashews https://amzn.to/3w8tMeI
  • 1/2 cup of coconut cream
  • 1/4 cup Maple Syrup
  • 1 tablespoon coconut oil
  • 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice

Fruit Topping

  • 2 1/2 cups frozen berries (I used raspberries)
  • 1/2 cup of granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup of water
  • 2 teaspoons cornstarch
  • 2 tablespoons water
  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 teaspoon vegan margarine
Prep time:
30 mins
Cook time
20 mins
Total time:
45 mins plus freezer time
Serves:
6-8

Instructions

  1. Soak the raw cashews in hot water and set aside. Drain cashews before using. Proceed to making the base layer.
  2. Crush graham crackers either by hand or in a food processor and place in a medium sized bowl.
  3. Add melted butter and mix thoroughly. Pour crumb mixture into a springform pan and press down.
  4. Using a Vitamix blender https://amzn.to/3umo74j add coconut cream, coconut oil, vanilla, maple syrup, lemon juice and then the cashews, in this order.
  5. Blend by starting at low and working your way up to the highest speed and allow to blend until it is nice and smooth.
  6. Pour the cashew cheesecake over the base and smooth the top.
  7. Place your cheesecake in the freezer until ready to serve.
  8. Now make your fruit topping.
  9. In a medium sized saucepan over medium heat, add berries, sugar, water.
  10. While waiting for it to come to a boil mix the cornstarch and 2 teaspoons of water in a small dish and set aside.
  11. Once the berry mix is boiling bring heat to medium and add the cornstarch slurry, mixing constantly until mixed through.
  12. Remove the pan from the heat and stir in the vanilla and margarine. Allow to cool in the pan and place in sealed container until ready to serve the cheesecake.

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*To serve the cheesecake remove from freezer a few minutes before serving and cut into pieces and place on a plate. Scoop some of the berry topping on top of the cheesecake and Enjoy!

*Keep remaining cheesecake in the freezer until ready to enjoy again.

*Precutting the cheesecake when you first remove it and freezing as individual pieces makes for easier removal for your next serving.

*Keep berry topping in fridge until ready to use.

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