Ingredients
Method
- In a large bowl, combine the almond flour, melted coconut oil, 1/3 cup powdered sweetener, and 4 tablespoons cocoa powder. Stir until the mixture looks like damp sand and clumps lightly when pressed.
- If the crust mixture looks very shiny or greasy, mix in 1 additional tablespoon cocoa powder until it looks crumbly and pressable.
- Press the crust mixture firmly into the bottom and slightly up the sides of a 9-inch springform pan, using the bottom of a glass or measuring cup to compact it well.
- Place the pan in the refrigerator to chill for 10 minutes while you make the filling.
- In a large mixing bowl, add the softened cream cheese and 1 cup powdered sweetener. Beat with an electric mixer on medium speed for 1 to 2 minutes until smooth and fluffy, scraping the bowl as needed.
- Add the vanilla bean paste, cooled melted dark chocolate, and heavy whipping cream to the cream cheese mixture.
- Beat on medium speed for 1 to 2 minutes, until the filling is smooth, thick, and creamy.
- Pour the chocolate cheesecake filling into the chilled crust and smooth the top with a spatula, spreading it evenly to the edges.
- Refrigerate the cheesecake for at least 4 hours, or until fully set and firm enough to slice.
- Before serving, run a thin knife around the inside edge of the pan, release the springform ring, and garnish the top with chopped chocolate or fresh berries if desired.
- Slice with a sharp knife, wiping the blade between cuts, and serve chilled.
Notes
- Use fully softened cream cheese to avoid lumps in the filling.
- Make sure the melted chocolate has cooled to room temperature before adding it to the cream cheese mixture to prevent melting or curdling.
- Chill the cheesecake longer, ideally overnight, for the cleanest slices.
- Store leftovers covered in the refrigerator for up to 5 days; do not freeze for best texture.
- Make sure the melted chocolate has cooled to room temperature before adding it to the cream cheese mixture to prevent melting or curdling.
- Chill the cheesecake longer, ideally overnight, for the cleanest slices.
- Store leftovers covered in the refrigerator for up to 5 days; do not freeze for best texture.
