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Cherry Cheesecake Bites

Delicious Cherry Cheesecake Bites That Are Vegan & Guilt-Free

These Cherry Cheesecake Bites are a vegan, guilt-free dessert that combines creamy filling and crunchy crust.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Freezing Time 2 hours
Total Time 2 hours 20 minutes
Servings: 12 bites
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: Vegan
Calories: 150

Ingredients
  

For the Crust
  • 1 cup Walnuts Can substitute with almonds or pecans
  • 1 cup Pitted Dates Can use dried figs or apricots
  • 1 tsp Cinnamon Omit if unavailable or replace with nutmeg
For the Filling
  • 1 cup Raw Cashews (soaked) Soaking ensures smoothness
  • 1/2 cup Coconut Cream Can use full-fat coconut milk
  • 1/4 cup Maple Syrup Agave syrup can be used
  • 2 tbsp Lemon Juice Can substitute with lime juice
  • 1 tsp Vanilla Extract Can replace with almond extract
For the Topping
  • 1 cup Fresh or Frozen Cherries Any berries can be used
  • 1 tbsp Cornstarch Can replace with arrowroot powder

Equipment

  • food processor
  • Blender
  • Saucepan
  • Mini Muffin Tin
  • Parchment Liners

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a food processor, blend walnuts, pitted dates, cinnamon, and a pinch of salt until crumbly. Press mixture into a mini muffin tin.
  2. Blend soaked cashews, coconut cream, maple syrup, lemon juice, vanilla extract, and salt until smooth.
  3. Fill each crust with the creamy cashew mixture and freeze for at least 2 hours until firm.
  4. In a saucepan, combine cherries, maple syrup, and lemon juice. Simmer for 5 minutes, thicken with cornstarch and water.
  5. Remove cheesecake bites from molds, top with cherry compote, and serve or refrigerate until ready to serve.

Nutrition

Serving: 1biteCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 18gProtein: 3gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gSodium: 10mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 2gSugar: 10gVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 2mgIron: 6mg

Notes

For best results, soak cashews overnight. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 5 days or freeze for up to 1 month.

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