Keto Lemon Cheesecake

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Keto Lemon Cheesecake

116 ratings

This no bake lemon cheesecake is indulgently sweet and creamy with a zesty kick of citrus. The sumptuous topping is rich in flavour and fats, combining cream cheese with heavy cream. The base is formed from ground almonds and provides the perfect biscuit crunch to complement the creamy topping.

A crowd pleasing dessert, this is ideal to make in advance for dinner parties or a decadent weekend treat.

  • Net Carbs

    5.2 g

  • Fiber

    2.3 g

  • Total Carbs

    7.5 g

  • Protein

    7.9 g

  • Fats

    38.9 g

395 cals

Keto Lemon Cheesecake

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Ingredients

  • Finely Ground Almond Meal Flour by Bob's Red Mill

    1-½ cup

  • Butter

    Butter

    1 tablespoon

  • Coconut Oil

    Coconut Oil

    1 tablespoon

  • Xylitol Sweetener

    Xylitol Sweetener

    ¾ cup

  • Salt

    Salt

    ⅛ teaspoon

  • Cream Cheese

    Cream Cheese

    14 ounce

  • Heavy Cream

    Heavy Cream

    ¾ cup

  • Lemon Juice Raw

    Lemon Juice Raw

    ½ lemon yields

  • Lemon Peel Raw

    Lemon Peel Raw

    1 tbsp

Recipe Steps

steps 7

25 min

  • Step 1

    To make the base, add the ground almonds, butter, coconut oil, ¼ cup of xylitol and salt to a food processor.
    Step 1
  • Step 2

    Pulse to combine, forming a chunky crumb.
    Step 2
  • Step 3

    Transfer the crumb mix to a loose-bottomed cake tin (around 15cm) and press down firmly and evenly. Place the cake tin in the fridge to firm the base while you make the topping.
    Step 3
  • Step 4

    Add the remaining xylitol to a food processor and blend on a high speed setting until it forms a fine powder. Add the cream cheese and powdered xylitol to a large mixing bowl and beat together until smooth.
    Step 4
  • Step 5

    Add the cream to the cheese and whisk together to combine. Add the lemon juice and ½ the zest and whisk vigorously until thick and smooth.
    Step 5
  • Step 6

    Remove the cake tin from the fridge and spoon over the creamy topping. Level the mixture so that it is smooth and even and transfer to the fridge to set for at least 5 hours, ideally overnight.
    Step 6
  • Step 7

    Serve with the remaining zest scattered over the top.
    Step 7

Comments 26

  • Lady Audi

    Lady Audi 7 days ago

    Keto Peeps!! I just followed this amazing lemon cheesecake recipe, and let me tell you – it is perfection! The balance of the lemon, cream and creamy cheese filling is absolutely divine. The texture is so smooth and light, it practically melts in your mouth. I couldn't help but sneak a taste while prepping, and it had me hooked from the first bite. However, the only downside? The waiting time! I had to wait a whole 5 hours for it to set, and let’s just say, that was a test of patience. My husband, who’s usually all about the "instant gratification," took one look at the cheesecake and declared, "I can't wait 5 hours! It looks too good to wait that long!" He was pacing around the kitchen, practically drooling, while I just kept telling him, “Good things come to those who wait!” Needless to say, it was worth it – the wait paid off big time. If you want a cheesecake that’s both delicious and a little bit of a test of willpower, this one is it! You won’t regret it! Thank you SO much 😘

    • Musstang4u

      Musstang4u 7 months ago

      Can you use stevia instead of xylitol?

      • Greta1234

        Greta1234 2 years ago

        D3liciosus ans easy

        • MysticalAngel777

          MysticalAngel777 3 years ago

          So good! Crust tastes like sugar cookies, but I would double the lemon because it didn’t come through as much as expected

          • FortuitousAvocado660202

            FortuitousAvocado660202 a year ago

            I found a lemon extract. I added 1/4 teaspoon of it. This seemed to give it that little extra lemon kick without adding a to much extra liquid.

        • MF Beast

          MF Beast 3 years ago

          This recipe for carbs is way off! Why arent more people talking about this!?!

          • Lfugina55

            Lfugina55 6 months ago

            Please let me know whatvyou think it should be, also. Last thing we need is a statement of too many carbs!

          • Arlyn

            Arlyn 3 years ago

            What should it be? Please let me know before I make it

        • Tegoroff

          Tegoroff 3 years ago

          Base is a bit smooth so I added a little keto granola for crunch.. beautiful desert.

          • Tegoroff

            Tegoroff 3 years ago

            Can this be frozen

            • nikkischemmel

              nikkischemmel 3 years ago

              I put mine in muffin tins for individual servings. Baked crust. Once done, froze them on a sheet tray. Then wrapped each in plastic wrap and placed them in a zip lock gallon bag. They freeze beautifully! Thaw, put a couple raspberries and a dollop of keto whipped cream - heaven!

            • Tegoroff

              Tegoroff 3 years ago

              I believe so

          • IneffableAvocado617235

            IneffableAvocado617235 3 years ago

            Fabolous

            • Susie

              Susie 3 years ago

              My husband’s exact words, “absolutely delicious! Taste like real cheesecake!” I too baked the crust. I used all butter, plus I cut down the xylitol. The filling exact (little less xylitol). I will make this again using confectioners swerve and change up the 3/4 whip cream to whip cream/sour cream combo. Also add a smidge of vanilla. 🤓 I am a cheesecake baker and this made me feel whole again. 🙏 Thanks

              • Denise

                Denise 3 years ago

                Susie, can you please send me the recipe you use for this? Your version sounds yummy! Bigglessassy@gmail.com

              • Aussie93

                Aussie93 3 years ago

                When you make your version, please post it here! That sounds divine. Or email me your recipe!!! Alsushel@gmail.com

            • BrentandSophia

              BrentandSophia 3 years ago

              I added low sugar chocolate chips

              • AwesomeAvocado279350

                AwesomeAvocado279350 3 years ago

                This is easy, fast and delicious recipe. I made it for my luncheon party and my friends asked for a recipe. Thank you for putting this up.

                • Annabelle

                  Annabelle 3 years ago

                  Absolutely 💯., easy to make, creamy delight, alittle more lemon rind for us but thats just personal taste. Thank you.

                  • IncredibleRadish794613

                    IncredibleRadish794613 4 years ago

                    I added raspberries to mine and no zest just lemon juice! I also cooked my crust for 10 minutes on 350° It was so amazing.

                    • IneffableMacadamia404059

                      IneffableMacadamia404059 4 years ago

                      Love it!

                      • IncredibleRadish255771

                        IncredibleRadish255771 4 years ago

                        Baking the base for 10 minutes was the best tip ever making this my favorite keto cake because it actually tastes like a regular cheesecake!

                        • GorgeousArugula611234

                          GorgeousArugula611234 4 years ago

                          The measurements for the xylitol are confusing. 3/4 a cup isn’t 0.6 g.

                          • juliamklaus

                            juliamklaus 4 years ago

                            Amazing. Delicious

                            • FantasticKale275401

                              FantasticKale275401 4 years ago

                              Amazing ❣️♥️

                              • KAK

                                KAK 4 years ago

                                Easy to make. Used swerve confectioners. Forgot to bake crust. Will see how it turns out. I know the bowl tasted yummy.