Description
Indulge in a rich and creamy keto chocolate cheesecake with a buttery crust and deep chocolate flavor. This low-carb, sugar-free dessert is perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
For the crust:
- 1 1/2 cups almond flour
- 2 tbsp cocoa powder
- 1/4 cup powdered erythritol
- 1/4 cup melted butter
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
For the filling:
- 16 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup powdered erythritol
- 1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 4 oz sugar-free dark chocolate, melted
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 3 large eggs
For the topping:
- 1/2 cup sugar-free chocolate ganache
- Whipped cream (optional)
- Dark chocolate shavings (optional)
Instructions
Prepare the Crust:
- Preheat oven to 325°F (163°C) and grease a springform pan.
- In a bowl, mix almond flour, cocoa powder, and powdered erythritol.
- Stir in melted butter and vanilla extract until combined.
- Press the mixture into the bottom of the prepared pan and bake for 10 minutes.
- Remove from oven and let cool while preparing the filling.
Prepare the Filling:
- Melt sugar-free dark chocolate using a double boiler or microwave.
- In a large bowl, beat cream cheese until smooth.
- Add powdered erythritol and cocoa powder, mixing until combined.
- Pour in melted chocolate and vanilla extract, blending well.
- Beat in eggs one at a time until fully incorporated.
- Pour mixture over the cooled crust and smooth the top.
Bake the Cheesecake:
- Bake for 50-55 minutes until the center is set but slightly jiggly.
- Turn off the oven, crack the door open slightly, and let the cheesecake cool gradually.
- Once cooled, refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight.
Prepare the Topping:
- Melt sugar-free chocolate with heavy cream to make a ganache.
- Pour the ganache over the chilled cheesecake and spread evenly.
- Optionally, top with whipped cream and chocolate shavings.
- Slice and serve chilled.
Notes
- Nut-Free Option: Use coconut flour instead of almond flour for the crust.
- Dairy-Free Option: Substitute dairy-free cream cheese and coconut cream.
- Extra Flavor: Add a hint of espresso powder for an intensified chocolate taste.
- Berry Twist: Serve with fresh raspberries or strawberry sauce for a fruity contrast.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- chill time: 4 hours
- Cook Time: 55 minutes
- Category: dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: keto chocolate cheesecake, low-carb dessert, sugar-free cheesecake, gluten-free cheesecake, easy keto dessert