Description
This Keto Turtle Cheesecake is a rich and creamy dessert that satisfies your sweet cravings while keeping it low-carb. With a buttery almond flour crust, a velvety cream cheese filling, and a decadent homemade caramel and chocolate sauce, this cheesecake is topped with crunchy toasted pecans for that signature turtle flavor.
Ingredients
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For the Crust:
- 1 cup almond flour
- 1/4 cup Allulose or Lakanto Baking Sweetener
- 1/4 cup butter, room temperature
- Pinch of salt
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For the Filling:
- 32 oz cream cheese, room temperature
- 1 cup sour cream
- 3/4 cup Lakanto Baking Sweetener
- 3 eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
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For the Caramel Sauce:
- 1/3 cup Allulose
- 4 tbsp butter
- 1/2 cup heavy whipping cream
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp molasses
- 1/2 cup toasted pecan pieces
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For the Chocolate Sauce:
- 1/2 cup Lily’s chocolate chips
- 1/4 cup heavy whipping cream
Instructions
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Prepare the crust:
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). In a medium-sized bowl, combine the almond flour, sweetener, butter, and a pinch of salt. Stir until the mixture forms a dough-like consistency. Press the mixture into the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan. Bake for 10-12 minutes, until lightly golden. Let the crust cool while you prepare the filling. -
Make the filling:
In a large mixing bowl, beat the cream cheese until smooth. Add the sour cream, Lakanto sweetener, eggs, and vanilla extract. Continue to beat until the mixture is fully combined and smooth. -
Bake the cheesecake:
Pour the cream cheese mixture over the cooled crust in the springform pan. Smooth the top with a spatula. Bake at 325°F (163°C) for 50-60 minutes, or until the center is almost set (it will firm up as it cools). Turn off the oven and let the cheesecake sit in the oven for 1 hour. Then, remove from the oven and allow it to cool completely on the counter. After cooling, refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or overnight. -
Make the caramel sauce:
In a saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the Allulose and stir until it dissolves. Add the heavy whipping cream, salt, and molasses, stirring until the sauce thickens, about 5-7 minutes. Remove from heat and stir in the toasted pecan pieces. Let the sauce cool. -
Make the chocolate sauce:
In a microwave-safe bowl, heat the Lily’s chocolate chips and heavy whipping cream in 20-30 second intervals, stirring in between, until fully melted and smooth. -
Assemble the cheesecake:
Once the cheesecake is fully chilled, drizzle the caramel sauce and chocolate sauce over the top. Sprinkle with additional toasted pecans if desired. -
Serve:
Slice and serve chilled. Enjoy!
Notes
- Make sure the cream cheese and sour cream are softened before using to ensure a smooth filling.
- For a more intense caramel flavor, you can add a touch more molasses.
- The cheesecake can be made a day ahead to allow the flavors to develop.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes (excluding chilling time)
- Cook Time: 1 hour 15 minutes (baking and caramel preparation)
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baked
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: Keto cheesecake, turtle cheesecake, low-carb dessert, sugar-free dessert, caramel sauce, chocolate sauce, toasted pecans