Keto Cannoli Cheesecake bars 

Ingredients

For the Crust:

• 1 ½ cups almond flour
• ¼ cup erythritol or preferred keto sweetener
• ¼ cup melted butter
• ½ teaspoon vanilla extract

For the Cheesecake Filling:

• 16 oz (450g) cream cheese, softened
• ½ cup sour cream
• ½ cup erythritol or preferred keto sweetener
• 2 large eggs
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 teaspoon lemon zest (optional)
• 1 teaspoon cinnamon (optional, for extra flavor)

For the Cannoli Filling:

• 1 cup ricotta cheese, drained
• ¼ cup erythritol or preferred keto sweetener
• ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
• ¼ cup mini sugar-free chocolate chips (optional)

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Instructions

1. Preheat Oven:
   • Preheat your oven to 325°F (163°C). Line an 8×8 inch baking pan with parchment paper, allowing some overhang for easy removal later.
2. Make the Crust:
   • In a medium bowl, mix together almond flour, erythritol, melted butter, and vanilla extract until well combined.
   • Press the mixture evenly into the bottom of the prepared baking pan to form the crust.
   • Bake in the preheated oven for about 10 minutes, or until lightly golden. Remove from oven and let it cool slightly.
3. Prepare the Cheesecake Filling:
   • In a large bowl, beat the softened cream cheese until smooth.
   • Add the sour cream, erythritol, eggs, vanilla extract, and lemon zest (if using). Beat until well combined and smooth.
   • Pour the cheesecake mixture over the cooled crust and smooth the top with a spatula.
4. Bake the Cheesecake:
   • Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes, or until the center is set and the edges are slightly golden.
   • Turn off the oven and let the cheesecake cool in the oven with the door slightly ajar for 1 hour. This helps prevent cracking.
5. Prepare the Cannoli Filling:
   • While the cheesecake is cooling, mix the ricotta cheese, erythritol, and vanilla extract in a bowl until smooth.
   • If using, fold in the mini sugar-free chocolate chips.
6. Assemble the Bars:
   • Once the cheesecake has cooled completely, spread the ricotta cannoli filling evenly over the top.
   • Refrigerate the cheesecake for at least 2 hours or until fully chilled and set.
7. Serve:
   • Lift the cheesecake out of the pan using the parchment paper overhang. Cut into bars and enjoy!

Feel free to garnish with additional mini chocolate chips or a sprinkle of cinnamon if desired. Enjoy your Keto Cannoli Cheesecake Bars! 😋

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