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Gluten Free Vegan Cheesecake
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Gluten Free Vegan Cheesecake

Ingredients

  • Crust ingredients:
  • 1 cup dates soaked overnight
  • 2 cups slivered blanched almonds
  • 1/2 cup unsweetened coconut flakes
  • zest of 1 orange
  • juice of 1/2 an orange

Cheesecake ingredients:

  • 2 cups raw cashews soaked overnight
  • 1/4 cup coconut oil
  • 1/4 cup maple syrup
  • 1/2 cup unsweetened coconut flakes
  • 1 tsp vanilla
  • 1/2 tsp cinnamon
  • juice of 1/2 an orange

Topping ideas:

  • fresh fruit compote
  • whipped topping
  • chocolate
  • the possibilities are endless!

Instructions

  • soak the dates and cashews, separately, overnight, drain and set aside
  • In a food processor or blender: blend the crust ingredients, scraping down the sides until blended and the nuts are pulverized.
  • Press into a greased springform pan and set aside
  • In food processor or blender: blend the cheesecake ingredients until smooth, scraping down sides
  • **adjust sweetness to your liking
  • Pour over crust and spread over evenly
  • Wrap tightly in plastic wrap and put in freezer to set
  • Remove from freezer and pan and serve with favorite toppings
  • Enjoy, enjoy!