Keto Ice Box Cheesecake

Ingredients:

For the Crust:

• 1 cup almond flour
• 4 tablespoons butter, melted
• 2 tablespoons powdered erythritol or preferred keto-friendly sweetener
• 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract

For the Cheesecake Filling:

• 16 oz cream cheese, softened
• 1 cup powdered erythritol or preferred keto-friendly sweetener
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 cup heavy cream

For the Topping (Optional):

• Sugar-free fruit preserves or fresh berries

Instructions:

1. Make the Crust:

1. Preheat the oven to 325°F (160°C).
2. Mix the Crust Ingredients:
   • In a mixing bowl, combine the almond flour, melted butter, powdered erythritol, and vanilla extract. Mix until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
3. Press into a Pan:
   • Press the mixture firmly into the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan to form an even crust.
4. Bake the Crust:
   • Bake the crust in the preheated oven for about 12-15 minutes, or until lightly golden. Remove from the oven and let it cool completely.

2. Make the Cheesecake Filling:

1. Prepare the Cream Cheese Mixture:
   • In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese until smooth and creamy.
2. Add Sweetener and Vanilla:
   • Add the powdered erythritol (or preferred sweetener) and vanilla extract. Beat until well combined.
3. Whip the Heavy Cream:
   • In a separate bowl, whip the heavy cream until stiff peaks form.
4. Combine and Fold:
   • Gently fold the whipped cream into the cream cheese mixture until smooth and well combined.

3. Assemble the Cheesecake:

1. Spread the Filling:
   • Spread the cheesecake filling evenly over the cooled crust in the springform pan.
2. Chill the Cheesecake:
   • Cover the cheesecake with plastic wrap or aluminum foil and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or preferably overnight, until set.

4. Serve:

1. Optional Topping:
   • Before serving, top the cheesecake with sugar-free fruit preserves or fresh berries, if desired.
2. Slice and Enjoy:
   • Slice the cheesecake into wedges and serve chilled. Enjoy your delicious Keto Ice Box Cheesecake!….

This cheesecake is creamy, rich, and perfect for satisfying your dessert cravings while staying keto-friendly!