Ingredients:
For the Cheesecake:
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup powdered erythritol or low-carb sweetener of choice
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup heavy cream
For the Dark Chocolate Sauce:
- 1/4 cup sugar-free dark chocolate chips or chopped dark chocolate (at least 85% cocoa content)
- 2 tablespoons heavy cream
For the Dark Chocolate-Dusted Almonds:
- 1/4 cup whole almonds
- 1/4 cup sugar-free dark chocolate chips or chopped dark chocolate (at least 85% cocoa content)
Instructions:
1. Prepare the Cheesecake:
- In a mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese until smooth.
- Add the powdered sweetener and vanilla extract, and continue to beat until well combined.
- In a separate bowl, whip the heavy cream until stiff peaks form.
- Gently fold the whipped cream into the cream cheese mixture until smooth and creamy.
2. Make the Dark Chocolate Sauce:
- In a microwave-safe bowl or using a double boiler, melt the sugar-free dark chocolate chips or chopped chocolate with the heavy cream. Stir until smooth and well combined. Set aside to cool slightly.
3. Prepare the Dark Chocolate-Dusted Almonds:
- Melt the sugar-free dark chocolate chips or chopped chocolate in a microwave-safe bowl or using a double boiler.
- Stir until smooth and completely melted.
- Add the whole almonds to the melted chocolate, stirring to coat them evenly.
- Spread the chocolate-coated almonds on a parchment-lined baking sheet and let them cool until the chocolate hardens.
- Once cooled, roughly chop the almonds and dust them with a little cocoa powder.
4. Assemble the Cheesecake:
- Divide the cheesecake mixture evenly among serving glasses or ramekins.
- Drizzle the dark chocolate sauce over each cheesecake portion.
- Sprinkle the dark chocolate-dusted almonds on top as a garnish.
5. Serve and Enjoy:
- Chill the cheesecakes in the refrigerator for at least 1-2 hours before serving.
- Enjoy your decadent Quick Keto Cheesecake with Dark Chocolate Sauce and Dark Chocolate-Dusted Almonds as a delightful and satisfying keto-friendly dessert
