Dessert

Raw Vanilla Bean Cheesecake is for Dessert.

Raw Vanilla Bean Cheesecake takes several minutes to prepare.

Raw Vanilla Bean Cheesecake takes several minutes to cook.

Raw Vanilla Bean Cheesecake makes 16 servings.

The ingredients for Raw Vanilla Bean Cheesecake are:

For the crust:
3/4 cup raw pecans
3/4 cup raw almonds
1/2 cup dried flaked coconut
1/2 cup dates (6-8 medjool)
1/4 teaspoon cinnamon

For the filling:
3 cups raw cashews, soaked for at least 3 hours
3/4 cup fresh lemon juice
3/4 cup raw agave nectar
1/3 cup virgin coconut oil (any consistency is fine)
1/4 cup water
1/2 teaspoon sea salt
zest of 1 lemon
seeds scraped from 3" of vanilla bean

Here is how you make Raw Vanilla Bean Cheesecake:

Make the crust:Line a 9" round pan with plastic wrap, and set aside.Make the crust up to two days in advance and refrigerate, covered in plastic wrap.In a food processor, process pecans, almonds, and coconut until fine but not oily. Add dates and cinnamon, and process again, scraping down the sides as necessary. The crust it ready when it holds together when pressed against the side. Tumble mixture into prepared pan, and use the bottom of a glass to press the crust firmly into the pan. Set aside.Make the filling:Combine all filling ingredients in a blender and process until completely smooth, scraping down the sides as necessary. This may take several minutes. Pour filling onto prepared crust. To release bubbles, tap against a counter, then run a knife through the mixture in a figure-8 pattern. Smooth the top.Refrigerate for at least 3 hours or overnight.To serve, gently lift with the plastic overhang and ease onto a platter. Pull out plastic from underneath. Using a small offset spatula, smooth creases from the sides. Serve topped with fresh fruit, date caramel, or fruit sauce.Serving Size: 16 ServingsNumber of Servings: 16Recipe submitted by SparkPeople user VONDENTON.

The nutritional information for Raw Vanilla Bean Cheesecake is:

• Servings Per Recipe: 16
• Amount Per Serving
• Calories: 315.3

• Total Fat: 22.0 g
• Cholesterol: 0.0 mg
• Sodium: 81.1 mg
• Total Carbs: 27.4 g
• Dietary Fiber: 3.5 g
• Protein: 6.4 g

The dietary needs meet for Raw Vanilla Bean Cheesecake is Vegan