Description
This Valentine Eggless Cheesecake boasts an irresistible creamy flavor and simple prep. Made with full-fat cream cheese and graham crackers, it’s perfect for a sweet celebration!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 1/2 cups (230 grams) rolled oats use gluten-free oats if you're gf
- 1/2 cup (100 grams) coconut sugar or brown sugar
- 3/8 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup (113 grams) unsalted butter room temperature
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 12 full sheets graham crackers or 1 1/2 cups (180 grams) graham cracker crumbs – use gf graham crackers if you're gf
- 1/3 cup (66 grams) granulated sugar
- 6 tablespoons (84 grams) unsalted butter
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 24 ounces (680 grams) full-fat cream cheese room temperature
- 3/4 cup (150 grams) granulated sugar
- 5 tablespoons milk of choice
- 3 tablespoons cornstarch
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice or more milk
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Grease a 9" (23 cm) springform pan on the bottom and up the sides.
- Preheat the oven to 350 °F (175 °C).
- Place the crust ingredients in a food processor and process for about 30 seconds until it holds together when pinched.
- Pat the mixture over the bottom and up the sides of the springform pan, not reaching the top.
- Bake for 14-18 minutes or until lightly browned, preparing the filling while the crust is baking.
- Remove from the oven and let cool for 5 minutes before pouring in the filling.
Notes
Use gluten-free oats and graham crackers for a gluten-free version.
Ensure cream cheese is at room temperature for a smooth mixing.
For added flavor, try incorporating a little lemon zest.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 312
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 210mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 45mg