In this recipe, creamy, decadent chocolate and vanilla cheesecake sits on a nut-and-seed crust. The crust itself requires no baking and for the cheesecake, the toughest part of the entire process is waiting for it to solidify in the freezer. This cheesecake is wonderful on its own, but divine when smothered in melted chocolate and topped with fruit.
Vanilla Chocolate Cheesecake [Vegan]
Ingredients You Need for Vanilla Chocolate Cheesecake [Vegan]
For the Crust:
- 1 cup pitted dates
- 1/2 cup almonds
- 1/4 cup pecans
- 1/4 cup coconut flour
- 3-5 tablespoons water
For the Cake:
- 3 cups soaked raw cashews
- 1 14-ounce block silken firm tofu (optional, but makes it creamier)
- 1/2 cup coconut oil, melted
- 2 tablespoons vanilla extract
- 1/3 cup non-dairy milk (soy or almond are best)
- 1/2 cup maple syrup or coconut nectar
- 5 stevia drops
- 1/4 cup cacao powder
For the Topping:
- Melted chocolate, chocolate squares, or mulberries.
How to Prepare Vanilla Chocolate Cheesecake [Vegan]
To Make the Crust:
- Prepare the crust by processing the dates, nuts and coconut flour in a food processor. Add the water as needed, until you have a sticky consistency. Transfer mixture to a cheesecake pan and leave in the freezer while you make the filling.
To Make the Cake:
- Blend the cashews, melted coconut oil, maple syrup, milk, vanilla, and stevia drops until you have a very creamy consistency. Divide mixture and save half to make the chocolate layer.
- Spread vanilla mixture over the crust and freeze. Meanwhile, prepare the chocolate mixture by mixing the other half with cacao powder until smooth. Remove cheesecake from freezer and top with the rest of the mixture.
- Freeze for 24 hours. Once ready, leave outside the freezer for 5 minutes and remove from pan while frozen.
To Serve:
- Top cheesecake with your favorite fruits or any other topping you want.
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About The Author
Priscilla Soler
See My Recipes Easy raw vegan desserts with the occasional Mediterranean-inspired lunch.
Priscilla is a certified health and detox coach from the Institute of Integrative Nutrition and holistic nutrition student at Pacific Rim College. She has a certificate in Plant-Based Nutrition from Cornell University and certified in raw cuisine from Matthew Kenney Academy. She shares her passion for health through her different social media Gastrawnomica, where her followers can learn more plant based recipes, nutrition tips and detoxification practices. She also works with clients all over the world as a holistic nutrition consultant and detoxification expert.
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