No-Bake Keto Chocolate Cheesecake

Ingredients:

Crust:

• 1 1/2 cups almond flour
• 1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
• 1/4 cup erythritol (or your preferred keto-friendly sweetener)
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 cup melted butter
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Filling:

• 16 oz cream cheese, softened
• 1 cup heavy whipping cream
• 1/2 cup powdered erythritol (or your preferred keto-friendly sweetener)
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
• 3/4 cup sugar-free dark chocolate chips, melted (or use a keto chocolate bar)
• Pinch of salt

Topping (optional):

• Shaved dark chocolate (sugar-free) or cocoa nibs
• Whipped cream (sugar-free)

Instructions:

For the Crust:

1. Prepare the Crust:
   • In a medium bowl, combine the almond flour, cocoa powder, erythritol, and salt.
   • Add in the melted butter and vanilla extract, stirring until the mixture is well combined and slightly crumbly.
2. Form the Crust:
   • Press the crust mixture firmly into the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan or pie dish. Use a spoon to compact it evenly.
   • Place the crust in the freezer while you make the filling to set it.

For the Filling:

1. Whip the Cream:
   • In a large mixing bowl, use an electric mixer to beat the heavy cream until stiff peaks form. Set aside.
2. Cream Cheese Mixture:
   • In another bowl, beat the softened cream cheese with the powdered erythritol and vanilla extract until smooth and creamy.
3. Add Cocoa Powder and Chocolate:
   • Add the unsweetened cocoa powder and melted sugar-free chocolate to the cream cheese mixture. Beat again until fully combined.
4. Fold in Whipped Cream:
   • Gently fold the whipped cream into the chocolate cream cheese mixture until smooth and fully combined. Be careful not to deflate the whipped cream.

Assemble the Cheesecake:

1. Fill the Crust:
   • Remove the crust from the freezer and spread the cheesecake filling evenly on top of it.
2. Chill:
   • Refrigerate the cheesecake for at least 4 hours, or ideally overnight, to allow it to set and firm up.

For the Topping (optional):

1. Garnish:
   • Once set, top the cheesecake with shaved sugar-free dark chocolate or cocoa nibs for a crunchy, chocolaty finish.
   • You can also add some fresh whipped cream if desired.

Tips:

• Make sure the cream cheese is softened before mixing to avoid lumps.
• You can use any keto-friendly sweetener you prefer (stevia, monk fruit, etc.).
• For a more intense chocolate flavor, you can add a teaspoon of instant coffee powder to the filling to enhance the taste of the chocolate.

Enjoy this rich and creamy keto-friendly chocolate cheesecake! Perfect for a special occasion or when you need a decadent treat without the carbs.