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Vegan Lemon Cheesecake

Creamy Vegan Lemon Cheesecake Bars for Effortless Indulgence

Indulge in these Easy Vegan Lemon Cheesecake Bars, a refreshing dessert that captures the essence of sun-soaked beaches.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Chilling Time 6 hours
Total Time 6 hours 30 minutes
Servings: 8 bars
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: Vegan
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Crust
  • 200 grams Vegan Cookies (Digestives) Can use gluten-free options.
  • 100 grams Unsalted Vegan Butter Block-style works best.
  • 1 pinch Sea Salt Enhances sweetness.
For the Filling
  • 150 grams Cashews Soak for 4 hours or quick-soak for 30 minutes.
  • 250 grams Vegan Cream Cheese Use a high-quality brand.
  • 150 grams Vegan Greek-style Yogurt Can substitute with thick coconut yogurt.
  • 2 teaspoons Vanilla Extract
  • 100 milliliters Agave Syrup or Maple Syrup Adjust to taste.
  • 150 grams Vegan Lemon Curd Prepare ahead.

Equipment

  • Food processor
  • blender
  • Loaf pan

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Prepare the lemon curd by combining lemon juice, zest, agave syrup, and cornstarch in a saucepan over medium heat, whisk until thickened for 5-7 minutes, cool and refrigerate.
  2. Soak the cashews for at least 4 hours in water, or quick-soak in hot water for 30 minutes, then drain.
  3. In a food processor, blitz the vegan cookies into fine crumbs, add melted vegan butter and sea salt, combine and press into a lined 9-inch loaf pan. Chill for 30 minutes.
  4. Blend the soaked cashews, vegan cream cheese, yogurt, lemon curd, vanilla extract, and agave syrup until smooth, about 2-3 minutes.
  5. Pour the filling into the chilled crust, smooth the top, cover, and refrigerate for at least 6 hours or overnight.
  6. Top with warmed lemon curd once set, and spread over cheesecake. Refrigerate for an additional hour before slicing.
  7. Cut using a hot knife and serve with fresh fruit or coconut whipped cream.

Nutrition

Serving: 1barCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 5gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gSodium: 150mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 3gSugar: 10gVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 5mgIron: 3mg

Notes

These bars can be made ahead and stored in the refrigerator for up to 5 days. For longer storage, freeze individual bars in a freezer-safe bag for 2-3 months. Thaw overnight before serving.

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