Description
This Vegan Strawberry Cheesecake is a creamy, dreamy dessert with a luscious strawberry topping and a crunchy, buttery crust — all made without dairy or eggs. It’s a perfect no-bake treat for spring and summer, made with cashews, coconut cream, and fresh strawberries. A beautiful and delicious plant-based dessert for any occasion. Keywords: vegan cheesecake, strawberry cheesecake, no-bake vegan dessert, dairy-free cheesecake, plant-based sweets.
Ingredients
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- Crust:
- 1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs (use gluten-free if needed)
- 1/4 cup coconut oil or vegan butter, melted
- 2 tablespoons maple syrup
- Filling:
- 1 1/2 cups raw cashews (soaked 4 hours or overnight, then drained)
- 1/2 cup full-fat coconut cream
- 1/3 cup maple syrup
- 1/4 cup lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt
- Strawberry Topping:
- 1 1/2 cups fresh strawberries, hulled and halved
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon maple syrup
Instructions
- Line the bottom of a 7- or 8-inch springform pan with parchment paper.
- Mix graham cracker crumbs, coconut oil, and maple syrup. Press firmly into the bottom of the pan to form the crust. Place in the freezer to set.
- In a high-speed blender, combine cashews, coconut cream, maple syrup, lemon juice, vanilla, and salt. Blend until smooth and creamy.
- Pour the filling over the crust and smooth the top. Freeze for at least 4–6 hours or until firm.
- For the topping, blend strawberries, lemon juice, and maple syrup until smooth. Pour over the cheesecake before serving or swirl into the filling before freezing.
- Let cheesecake thaw for 10–15 minutes before slicing. Store leftovers in the freezer.
Notes
- For a firmer texture, increase coconut cream slightly or reduce lemon juice.
- You can swirl strawberry puree into the filling for a marbled effect.
- Best served partially thawed for a creamy texture.
Nutrition
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 90mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 11g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
