Description
This Churro Cheesecake features a creamy plant-based cheese filling with warm cinnamon flavor and a crispy cinnamon sugar-coated crust. It’s a delightful dessert perfect for sharing, balancing sweet spice and smooth texture with allergy-friendly, simple ingredients.
Ingredients
Scale
Crust
- 1 1/2 cups ground nuts or crushed plant-based cookies
- 1/4 cup plant-based butter
- 3 tablespoons cinnamon sugar mixture
Filling
- 2 cups plant-based cheese
- 1/3 cup maple syrup (natural)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract (natural)
- 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
- 2 teaspoons natural gelling agent
Cinnamon Sugar Coating
- 1/4 cup sugar
- 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon
Instructions
- Prepare the Crust: Mix ground nuts or crushed plant-based cookies with plant-based butter and the cinnamon sugar mixture. Press this firmly into the base of a springform pan to create a crispy, spicy crust.
- Make the Filling: In a large bowl, combine plant-based cheese, maple syrup (natural), vanilla extract (natural), and apple cider vinegar. Whip until silky smooth. Gently fold in the natural gelling agent to help set the filling.
- Assemble the Cheesecake: Pour the filling over the prepared crust and smooth the top with a spatula. Lightly sprinkle additional cinnamon sugar over the surface for extra texture and spice.
- Chill and Set: Refrigerate the cheesecake for at least 4 hours or until firm to allow the natural gelling agent to set the filling perfectly.
- Serve and Enjoy: Remove the cheesecake from the pan carefully. Slice with a warm knife for clean cuts and serve with desired garnishes or accompaniments.
Notes
- Use room temperature plant-based cheese for a smooth, lump-free filling.
- Press the crust mixture firmly to prevent crumbling when slicing.
- Refrigerate long enough to ensure the cheesecake sets well.
- Warm the knife between slices for neat presentation.
- Adjust cinnamon sugar ratio to customize sweetness and spice balance.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Refrigeration
- Cuisine: Fusion
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (1/8 of cheesecake)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 85mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: Churro Cheesecake, plant-based cheesecake, cinnamon dessert, gluten-free dessert, cinnamon sugar crust