Raw Strawberry Macadamia Cheesecake
[Vegan, Gluten-Free]

To Make the Crust:

1. Add all ingredients for the crust to your food processor until a crumbly mixture forms. It should stick together when you pinch it, but not be too fine.
2. Line the bottom of an 8-inch springform cake pan with parchment paper, then grease the sides. Press the dough for the crust into the bottom of the pan.

To Make the Filling:

1. Wash the strawberries, dry them, remove the stalks, and halve them. Place the halved strawberries with the cut surface on the outside around the pie ring (as in the recipe photo).
2. Add the macadamias, almond milk, sweetener, and vanilla (if using) into the blender and mix until a very fine cream is produced.
3. If you're using agar agar, mix the agar agar powder plus 1/2 cup of water to a small pot and cook for a few minutes, until it thickens.
4. Immediately add the agar agar mixture to your food processor and blend to combine. Pour the cheesecake filling over the crust.
5. Refrigerate for 4-5 hours and garnish with strawberries.