Description
A delightful low-carb cheesecake combining tangy lime and creamy goodness, perfect for date nights or personal treats.
Ingredients
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- 1 cup almond flour
- 2 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
- 2 tablespoons sweetener (erythritol or similar)
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 2 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1/4 cup sour cream
- 1/4 cup fresh lime juice
- Zest of 1 lime
- 1 egg
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a mixing bowl, combine almond flour, cocoa powder, sweetener, and melted butter. Press into a small baking dish to form a crust.
- In another bowl, beat cream cheese until smooth. Add sour cream, lime juice, lime zest, egg, vanilla extract, and salt. Mix until well combined.
- Pour cheesecake filling over the crust and smooth the top. Bake for 20-25 minutes until the center is set.
- Let cool at room temperature, then refrigerate for at least 2 hours before serving.
Notes
Serve with whipped cream or lime zest on top. Pairs well with fresh berries.
- Prep Time: 10
- Cook Time: 25
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 70mg