Description

This velvet strawberry cheesecake is a creamy, no-bake vegan dessert made with a cashew-based filling, naturally sweetened nut-and-date crust, and a fresh strawberry glaze. It’s dairy-free, refined sugar-free, and perfect for special occasions or a wholesome treat.

Ingredients

1 1/2 cups raw almonds or walnuts

1 cup pitted Medjool dates

1/4 tsp salt

2 cups raw cashews (soaked 6+ hours or overnight, then drained)

1/2 cup full-fat coconut milk

1/3 cup maple syrup

1/4 cup melted coconut oil

1 tbsp lemon juice

2 tsp vanilla extract

1 cup fresh strawberries, hulled

1/2 cup strawberries (for glaze)

1 tbsp maple syrup (for glaze)

1 tsp lemon juice (for glaze)

1 tsp arrowroot starch (or cornstarch) dissolved in 1 tbsp water (for glaze)

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Instructions

Line the bottom of a 7-inch or 8-inch springform pan with parchment paper.
In a food processor, blend the almonds and salt until finely ground. Add the dates and process until the mixture sticks together. Press the crust mixture evenly into the prepared pan and set aside.
In a high-speed blender, combine soaked cashews, coconut milk, maple syrup, melted coconut oil, lemon juice, vanilla, and strawberries. Blend until smooth and creamy.
Pour the filling over the crust and smooth the top. Freeze for 4 to 6 hours until firm.
To make the glaze, simmer strawberries and maple syrup in a saucepan for 5 minutes, mashing as they cook. Stir in lemon juice and dissolved arrowroot. Cook for 1–2 more minutes until thickened. Let cool slightly.
Once cheesecake is set, remove from freezer and let sit for 10–15 minutes. Remove from pan and spoon the glaze on top, spreading gently.
Slice and serve, or store for later.

Notes

For quick soaking, cover cashews with boiling water for 1 hour.

Frozen strawberries can be used—just thaw and drain them first.

Cheesecake is set when center feels firm and doesn’t jiggle.

Make ahead and freeze; add glaze just before serving for best appearance.

For nut-free version, use sunflower seeds and pumpkin seeds as substitutes.

Prep Time: 20 minutes (plus soaking & freezing)
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Category: Dessert
Method: No-Bake
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 slice
Calories: 320
Sugar: 16g
Sodium: 60mg
Fat: 22g
Saturated Fat: 10g
Unsaturated Fat: 11g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 28g
Fiber: 3g
Protein: 6g
Cholesterol: 0mg