A lighter, satisfying keto cheesecake recipe perfect for resetting after holiday indulgences, offering delicious flavor without compromising your healthy eating goals.
Author:Carla Davis
Prep Time:15 min
Cook Time:35 min
Total Time:50 min
Yield:6 servings 1x
Category:Dessert
Method:Baking
Cuisine:American
Diet:Keto
Ingredients
Scale
8 ounces cream cheese, softened
1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
1/4 cup erythritol or your preferred keto sweetener
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 large eggs
1/4 cup heavy cream
1 tablespoon lemon juice
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 325°F (160°C). Grease a 6-inch springform pan.
In a medium bowl, beat the softened cream cheese until smooth.
Add the melted butter and sweetener, and beat until well combined.
Stir in the vanilla extract.
Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition.
Mix in the heavy cream and lemon juice until just combined. Do not overmix.
Pour the batter into the prepared springform pan.
Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until the edges are set and the center is slightly jiggly.
Turn off the oven and let the cheesecake cool in the oven with the door ajar for 1 hour.
Remove from the oven and let it cool completely on a wire rack.
Chill in the refrigerator for at least 4 hours, or preferably overnight, before serving.
Notes
For a richer flavor, you can add 1/4 cup of sour cream to the batter.
Serve with fresh berries or a sugar-free berry compote.
This recipe is a great option for a keto meal plan delivery.