Here’s a recipe for Keto Raspberry Cheesecake Bites—a delicious, low-carb treat that’s perfect for satisfying your sweet tooth while staying on track with a keto lifestyle!
Ingredients:
For the Cheesecake Bites:
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1/4 cup powdered erythritol (or preferred keto-friendly sweetener)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 large egg
- 1/4 cup raspberries (fresh or frozen)
For the Crust (optional):
- 1 cup almond flour
- 2 tablespoons melted butter
- 2 tablespoons powdered erythritol
- 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon (optional)
Instructions:
1. Preheat the Oven:
- Preheat your oven to 325°F (160°C). Line a mini muffin tin with 12 paper liners or use silicone molds.
2. Prepare the Crust (optional):
- In a small bowl, mix together the almond flour, melted butter, powdered erythritol, and cinnamon until well combined.
- Press about 1 teaspoon of the mixture into the bottom of each muffin cup. Set aside.
3. Make the Cheesecake Filling:
- In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese and powdered erythritol until smooth and creamy.
- Add the vanilla extract, lemon juice, and egg, and continue beating until fully incorporated.
- Gently fold in the raspberries, being careful not to crush them completely.
4. Assemble the Cheesecake Bites:
- Spoon the cheesecake filling evenly into the prepared muffin cups, filling each almost to the top.
- For extra presentation, place a raspberry on top of each cheesecake bite.
5. Bake the Cheesecake Bites:
- Bake in the preheated oven for 15-18 minutes, or until the edges are set but the centers still have a slight jiggle.
- Allow the bites to cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer them to the refrigerator to chill for at least 2 hours, or until firm.
6. Serve:
- Once chilled, remove the cheesecake bites from the liners and enjoy!
Tips:
- Raspberry Swirl Option: If you prefer a swirl effect, mash some raspberries and swirl them into the cheesecake batter before baking.
- Storage: Store the cheesecake bites in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days, or freeze for up to 2 months.
- Sweetener: Adjust the sweetness to your preference by adding more or less powdered erythritol.
These Keto Raspberry Cheesecake Bites are rich, creamy, and perfectly portioned, with a burst of fresh raspberry flavor. They’re an ideal low-carb dessert or snack!