Keto Christmas Tree Cheesecake is a delicious holiday dessert. This cheesecake is best for the keto diet as it contains all the low-carb ingredients. The top of the cheesecake is filled with white chocolate, and green sprinkles will give it a Christmas festival look. The cheesecake is made with almond flour, soft cream cheese, vanilla extract, and heavy whipping cream. It contains 5g net carbs and 7g of protein. You can easily store it for a long time in a container so the taste and texture will never get spoiled. Keto Christmas Tree Cheesecake can be served with sugar-free hot chocolate, Keto chocolate truffles, and low-carb chocolate bites.
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STATS:
- Calories: 340 kcal
- Preparation time: 25 minutes
- Cooking time: 65 minutes
- Cooling time: 4 hours
- Serving size: 12 slices
- Cuisine: American
- Total time: 5 hours 30 minutes
- Course: Dessert
- Diet: Keto-friendly, low-carb
- Serving: 12
EQUIPMENT:
- Measuring cups and spoons
- Rubber spatula
- Food processor
- Mixing bowls
- Baking parchment paper
- Saucepan
- Electric hand mixer
- Whisk
- Piping bag
INGREDIENTS:
CRUST:
- 1½ cups almond flour
- 3 tbsp powdered keto sweetener
- 6tbsp melted unsalted butter
- Half teaspoon vanilla extract
FILLING:
- 3 packs soft cream cheese
- Three tbsp coconut flour
- Half cup granulated keto sweetener
- Half cup heavy whipping cream
- 1 tsp vanilla essence
- 2 large eggs
- Half cup chopped keto-friendly vanilla cake pieces
- Quarter tsp salt
WHITE CHOCOLATE GANACHE:
- 1 cup sugar-free white chocolate chips
- ⅓ cup heavy whipping cream
CHRISTMAS DECORATIONS:
- Sugar-free green sprinkles
- Red keto-friendly buttercream frosting
- A little green food coloring
INGREDIENT NOTES:
CREAM CHEESE:
- Add the soft cream cheese to the filling to make it smooth and creamy. It will make the cheesecake creamy. You can use a soft cheese for easy mixing. Mascarpone cheese works well, as it gives the cheesecake a smooth and creamy texture, as per your choice.
BUTTER:
- It will help to hold the crust together. The butter will give the cheesecake a proper shape and a rich, tasty flavor in the crust. You can also use coconut oil, as it also works best in the recipe to keep it keto-friendly, as per your preference.
HEAVY WHIPPING CREAM:
- Heavy whipped cream creates a creamy topping and gives a soft texture to the cheesecake. The full-fat coconut cream is a good alternative as it provides a rich, creamy texture and is suitable for a keto diet.
GREEN SPRINKLES:
- They are used for decorating the cheesecake. You can sprinkle them on top for extra decoration. It will make the cheesecake look like a Christmas festival. Finely chopped pistachios are a good substitute, as they add a natural green color and a crunchy texture while keeping the cheesecake best for the keto diet.
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INSTRUCTIONS:
CRUST:
- Preheat the oven and line a pan with parchment paper.
- Then take a bowl and mix almond flour, powdered keto sweetener, melted butter, and vanilla essence.
- Firmly press the mixture into the pan and bake for 12 minutes, until it gets light golden.
- Now remove the mixture from the oven and allow it to cool.
CHEESECAKE FILLING:
- After making the mixture, beat the soft cream cheese in a bowl until it gets smooth.
- Now add keto sweetener, coconut flour, vanilla essence, and mix them well.
- Slowly add the whipping cream and mix it well.
- Now fold the chopped keto-friendly cake pieces using a spatula.
CHEESECAKE:
- Now add the cheesecake filling over the cool crust.
- Use a spatula for the top to get smooth and place a pan in the oven and bake for 65 minutes.
- The edges should look like they are cooked, and the center remains soft.
- Now turn the oven off and leave the cheese inside the door for 30 minutes.
- Then remove it from the oven and let it cool completely.
WHITE CHOCOLATE GANACHE:
- Now take a pan and heat the heavy whipping cream until it gets warm.
- Then add the sugar-free white chocolate chips and rest for 2 minutes.
- Cool the ganache completely then spread it on cheesecake.
CHEESCAKE DECORATION:
- Add the white chocolate on the chilled cheesecake.
- Then add the green sprinkles on top.
- You can use red buttercream frosting in a piping bag to create small Christmas decorations.
- Let the ganache cool until it gets set, then slice and serve.
SERVING SUGGESTIONS:
HOLIDAY DRINKS:
- Sugar-free hot chocolate
- Unsweetened almond milk
- Keto vanilla latte
DESSERT PAIRINGS:
- Keto chocolate truffles
- Sugar-free chocolate mousse
- Almond flour cookies
CHRISTMAS PARTY TREATS:
- Sugar-free peppermint candies
- Keto gingerbread cookies
- Low-carb chocolate bites
TIPS:
- You should use a moderate temperature to give a smooth filling to the cheesecake.
- Do not overmix the eggs to prevent them from losing air.
- Cool down the cheesecake completely to prevent it from cracking.
- You should check that white chocolate chips are sugar-free and good for the keto diet.
- You can choose unsweetened cake pieces made with almond or coconut flour.
STORAGE INFORMATION:
FRIDGE:
- You can easily store the cheesecake for 4 to 5 days in a container.
FREEZER:
- You can also keep the cheesecake stored in a container for a long time so the texture will never get ruined.
FAQs:
Should I prepare this cheesecake before the time?
- Yes, you can prepare it one day before serving, as per your choice.
Should I add the regular white chocolate in the recipe?
- Yes, you can add the white chocolate chps. It works well for keeping this recipe best for the keto diet.
How should I prevent my cheesecake from cracking?
- You should avoid overmixing, bake the cake at normal temperature, and allow the cheesecake to cool completely.
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NUTRITIONAL INFORMATION:
Calories: 340 kcal
Total Fat: 32 g
Protein: 7 g
Total Carbs: 8 g
Fiber: 3 g
Net Carbs: 5 g
Sugar: 2 g
Sodium: 220 mg
Calcium: 75 mg
Iron: 1 mg
Potassium: 110 mg
Vitamin A: 900