Vegan Cheesecake
π§Ύ Ingredients
- 1 Vegan Graham Cracker Pie Crust
- 2 1/2 cups raw cashews
- 1/3 cup maple syrup
- 1 tbsp vanilla extract
- 1/4 cup + 1 tsp coconut oil (refined)
- 1/4 cup water
- 1/3 cup lemon juice (freshly squeezed is best)
- 1/4 tsp salt
π©βπ³ Directions
- Prepare vegan graham cracker pie crust or set aside store-bought crust.
- Soak cashews in water overnight in the fridge. When ready to make filling, dry or pat dry.
- Combine all ingredients in a high-speed blender. Let run for 5β8 minutes depending on your blender and let run until the consistency is completely smooth. Every minute or so, stop blender and scrape sides down to make sure all βgritsβ are out.
- Pour into your pie crust. Refrigerate for 1β2 hours or until firm/cheesecake-like consistency. Enjoy!
π‘ Notes
Quick and simple vegan cheesecake that tastes just like the real thing.
Perfect for holiday gatherings or a chilled make-ahead dessert.
Hack: Most stores sell vegan graham cracker crusts pre-made in the baking section near pie fillings.