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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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Chocolate Cheesecake Squares
Prep Time
10 mins
Total Time
10 mins
 
Servings: 6
Calories: 277 kcal
Author: Lauren Goslin
Ingredients
  • Bottom Layer:
  • 6 T. oats measured than ground into flour (if paleo, use almond meal)
  • 1/4 c. pecans about 12 whole pecans
  • 2 T. cocoa powder
  • 1/8 t. sea salt
  • 1/4 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
  • 1/8 t. salt
  • 12 drops liquid stevia
Instructions
  1. For the bottom layer, process the ground oats with the other ingredients until well combined.
  2. Press into a glass dish (I used a 7 x 5 inch Pyrex dish).
  3. Place in the freezer to harden a bit while you make the top layer.
  4. Process all the ingredients for the top layer until smooth and creamy.
  5. Pour the mixture atop the bottom layer, using a spatula to smooth it out.
  6. Place the dessert into the freezer for about 30 minutes until solid to the touch.
  7. Cut, serve, and enjoy!
  8. Store in the refrigerator for best taste.
Recipe Notes

Weight Watchers points (new system): 8

Nutrition Facts
Chocolate Cheesecake Squares
Amount Per Serving (6 g)
Calories 277 Calories from Fat 182
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 20.2g 31%
Saturated Fat 7.4g 37%
Polyunsaturated Fat 12.8g
Sodium 98mg 4%
Total Carbohydrates 26.6g 9%
Dietary Fiber 7.3g 29%
Sugars 12.4g
Protein 3.6g 7%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

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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  1. 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!!

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    • 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! 🙂

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  4. 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.

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    • 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. 🙁

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  6. 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.

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  11. 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

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