Cheesecake with a Twist
Chia Seeds Base
- 1 1/2 cups Chia Seeds
- 1/2 cup Almond Flour
- 1/2 cup Coconut Sugar
- 1/2 cup Coconut Oil, melted
Peanut Butter Cup Filling
- 2 containers of Norman's Kosher Cholov Yisroel Cream Cheese, softened (16 oz)
- 1/2 cup creamy Peanut Butter
- 1/2 cup Coconut Sugar
- 1 tsp Vanilla Extract
- 2 Eggs
- 1/2 cup Chocolate Chips
Candied Pecans Topping
- 1 cup Pecans, chopped
- 2 tbsp Coconut Oil, melted
- 2 tbsp Honey
- 1 tsp Cinnamon
- 1/4 tsp Salt
Preheat your oven to 350°F. Take a 9 inch springform pan and grease it with coconut oil.
Chia Seeds Base:
- In a bowl, mix chia seeds, almond flour, coconut sugar and melted coconut oil until well combined.
- Spread the mixture evenly on the bottom of the greased pan, and bake for 10 minutes.
Peanut Butter Cup Filling:
- Using an electric mixer, beat cream cheese and peanut butter on medium speed for 2 minutes.
- Add coconut sugar and vanilla extract to the mixture and beat for 2 more minutes.
- Add eggs, one at a time, and mix on low speed until everything is combined.
- Fold in chocolate chips with a spatula.
- Pour the filling over the baked base.
- Bake in the oven for 35-40 minutes or until the center is set.
- Remove cheesecake from the oven and let it cool down before adding the topping.
Candied Pecans Topping:
- In a small bowl, mix chopped pecans, melted coconut oil, honey, cinnamon and salt until well combined.
- Spoon the mixture over the cheesecake.
- Place the cheesecake in the fridge for at least 4 hours (or preferably overnight) before serving.
Enjoy this delicious Cheesecake with a Twist!