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    Home » Recipes » Healthy Desserts

    No-Bake Chocolate Cheesecake Squares

    Published: May 13, 2013 · Modified: Sep 12, 2017 by Lauren · This post may contain affiliate links · 24 Comments

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    What happens when you're highly allergic to the typical cheesecake ingredients?

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    You come up with your own allergy-friendly recipe. Cream cheese and cashews (with the exception of this recipe I made for my husband) are two ingredients you'll never see me work with, as I have allergies to both. So what's a cheesecake-lovin' girl to do? Make this...

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    Anyone who knows me well, knows that I'm not the kind of person to overstate myself. 'The best', 'the most', 'the greatest'....these aren't typically phrases that pass my lips. I say this now so you know that when I say 'this is one of the best desserts I've made', you know I'm not blowing smoke...anywhere.

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    5 from 2 votes

    Chocolate Cheesecake Squares

    Prep Time10 mins
    Total Time10 mins
    Servings: 6
    Calories: 277kcal
    Author: Lauren Goslin

    Ingredients

    • Bottom Layer:
    • 6 T. oats measured than ground into flour (if paleo, use almond meal)
    • ¼ c. pecans about 12 whole pecans
    • 2 T. cocoa powder
    • ⅛ t. sea salt
    • ¼ c. raisins packed
    • 2 t. coconut oil melted
    • Top Layer:
    • 2 small avocados
    • 4 T. maple syrup
    • 4 T. cocoa powder
    • 1 T. lemon juice
    • 1 t. vanilla
    • 2 T. coconut oil melted
    • ⅛ t. salt
    • 12 drops liquid stevia

    Instructions

    • For the bottom layer, process the ground oats with the other ingredients until well combined.
    • Press into a glass dish (I used a 7 x 5 inch Pyrex dish).
    • Place in the freezer to harden a bit while you make the top layer.
    • Process all the ingredients for the top layer until smooth and creamy.
    • Pour the mixture atop the bottom layer, using a spatula to smooth it out.
    • Place the dessert into the freezer for about 30 minutes until solid to the touch.
    • Cut, serve, and enjoy!
    • Store in the refrigerator for best taste.

    Notes

    Weight Watchers points (new system): 8

    Nutrition

    Serving: 6g | Sodium: 98mg | Sugar: 12.4g | Fiber: 7.3g | Calories: 277kcal | Polyunsaturated Fat: 12.8g | Saturated Fat: 7.4g | Fat: 20.2g | Protein: 3.6g | Carbohydrates: 26.6g

    The small amount of lemon juice adds just the right 'tang' to the mix that gives it a cheesecake-like taste. I also used raisins instead of dates in the crust, as I think they pair better with cocoa (think Raisinets)!

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    Thick, rich, and creamy...we all enjoyed these immensely, and I hope you do too!

    What's your favorite cheesecake memory?

    As a kid, my family and I would go to a buffet where the dessert bar provided endless pieces of cheesecake of which to partake....and partake I did! 😀

    Shared with: Natural Living Monday, Slightly Indulgent Tuesday, Fat Tuesday, Allergy-Free Wednesday, Gluten-Free Wednesday, Real Food Wednesday, Whole Foods Wednesday, Healthy 2day, The Pennywise Platter, Wheat-Free Wednesday, Healthy Vegan Friday, Raw Foods Thursday

     

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    Comments

    1. carla

      June 07, 2014 at 5:25 am

      hi, when you say process, does it mean with a food processor? this is a great recipe and would like to try it some time. more power to your blog!!

      Reply
      • Lauren

        June 07, 2014 at 7:51 am

        Hi Carla,

        Yes, I'm referring to using a food processor (sorry if that was unclear). I hope you like the recipe if you try it! 🙂

        Reply
    2. Stephanie

      March 12, 2014 at 7:04 am

      I don't use stevia or have maple syrup. Can I use honey instead?

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      • Lauren

        March 12, 2014 at 7:33 am

        Hi Stephanie,

        I think honey would be fine. I'd use another tablespoon or so in place of the stevia. 🙂

        Reply
    3. Heather Graffam

      January 31, 2014 at 6:58 pm

      These are 100% insane looking. So glad you shared them at Raw Foods Thursdays!!!

      Reply
      • Heather @Gluten-Free Cat

        February 05, 2014 at 3:35 pm

        Lauren, I'm going to feature these delightful squares at Raw Foods Thursdays tomorrow. Thanks again for the recipe and for participating!!

        Heather

        Reply
        • Lauren

          February 05, 2014 at 6:12 pm

          Thank you Heather! 😀

          Reply
    4. Collette Gish

      August 23, 2013 at 5:06 pm

      Can I use raisinettes? I am going to try this, it just sounds delicious, even if I can have the traditional cheesecake. I was thinking you made it with tofu, I have done a chocolate pie with tofu and it was stupendous, really surprised me.

      Reply
      • Lauren

        August 23, 2013 at 5:56 pm

        Raisinettes in place of the raisins? You probably could, but it would definitely detract from the healthiness of the recipe. I too have used tofu with good results, but I don't tolerate soy well anymore. 🙁

        Reply
    5. Mark Murray

      August 07, 2013 at 11:08 pm

      Yum. Yum. Looking at the pics make my mouth water. I'm so trying your recipe.

      Reply
    6. Jeanne G.

      May 22, 2013 at 5:15 am

      I love this! I am also allergic to cashews, and they are such a popular ingredient in real food desserts! I will have to try this recipe very soon.

      Reply
    7. Laura @ Gluten Free Pantry

      May 21, 2013 at 9:03 pm

      These chocolate treats look incredible! I am featuring these squares this week on AFW 🙂

      Reply
      • Lauren

        May 21, 2013 at 9:06 pm

        Thanks Laura! 😀 They are one of my favorite desserts so far!

        Reply
    8. Janine

      May 21, 2013 at 8:16 pm

      Add some orange essential orange to that, and heaven!
      Janine@mylampisfull

      Reply
    9. Linda

      May 21, 2013 at 6:08 pm

      Lauren, these look amazing! I'd love to try it with almond meal.

      Reply
    10. Gabby @ the veggie nook

      May 14, 2013 at 7:31 am

      I love using avocados in desserts! And this looks amazing 🙂

      Reply
    11. amber

      May 13, 2013 at 9:56 pm

      Okay, well, once again you've inspired me lovely lady! I will be making these very soon! They do look amazing...so creamy and rich. Wow!

      xo,
      --Amber

      Reply
      • Lauren

        May 14, 2013 at 8:08 am

        Thanks sweet girl! I hope the cocoa crispies turned out ok for you! 😀

        Reply
    12. Anna @ Your Healthy Place

      May 13, 2013 at 3:01 pm

      Yum avocados! So inventive! My friend Chris actually hosts a Blog Carnival on his blog each month where he encourages people to link up recipes using his featured ingredient each month - May's is avocados so link it up before the deadline: http://www.inspiralcoaching.com/p/healthy-recipes-blog-carnival.html!

      Reply
      • Lauren

        May 13, 2013 at 3:18 pm

        Cool, thanks for the link girl! 😀

        Reply
    13. Amy

      May 13, 2013 at 12:33 pm

      What an amazing recipe!!! it looks perfect! Many thanks for sharing 🙂

      Reply
    14. Alex Shabo

      May 13, 2013 at 8:20 am

      What a cool recipe, and no bake? awesome

      Reply
      • Lauren

        May 13, 2013 at 8:42 am

        Thanks girl! 😀

        Reply
    15. Mary Frances @ The Sweet Tooth Life

      May 13, 2013 at 5:53 am

      I am a huge fan of using avocados and chocolate and together in a cheesecake is brilliant! Some ate out off by avocados, but I can't get enough if them!

      Reply

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