Delicious Keto Chocolate Strawberry Cheesecake topped with fresh strawberries.

Keto Chocolate Strawberry Cheesecake

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why make this recipe

This cheesecake is rich, low in carbs, and full of chocolate and fresh strawberries. It makes a great dessert for keto meals and special days. If you want more ideas for a similar dessert, you can read a simple version on this keto chocolate strawberry cheesecake page.

introduction

This Keto Chocolate Strawberry Cheesecake is no-bake and easy to make. The crust is nutty and chocolatey. The filling is creamy with real strawberries. A dark chocolate ganache finishes the top. You will use sweeteners like Swerve and allulose to keep it low carb.

how to make Keto Chocolate Strawberry Cheesecake

Follow the steps below in order: make the crust, make the strawberry cheesecake filling, chill, then add the chocolate ganache.

Ingredients :

  • 1 1/4 cup almond flour
  • 1/4 cup cocoa powder
  • 1/4 cup Swerve Sweetener
  • Pinch salt
  • 1/4 cup butter (melted)
  • 7 or 8 smallish strawberries (thinly sliced)
  • 2 1/2 cups chopped strawberries
  • 1/4 cup plus 2 tbsp water (divided)
  • 1 tbsp grassfed gelatin
  • 3/4 cup heavy whipping cream
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 16 ounces cream cheese (softened)
  • 1 cup powdered Swerve Sweetener
  • 1/3 cup heavy whipping cream
  • 1 1/2 ounces unsweetened chocolate (chopped)
  • 2 tbsp powdered Swerve Sweetener
  • 1 tbsp allulose (or BochaSweet)
  • 1/2 tsp vanilla extract

Directions :

Follow these parts: Crust, Strawberry Cheesecake Filling, Chocolate Ganache. Chill the cake between steps so it sets well.

Crust

  1. Mix almond flour, cocoa powder, Swerve, and a pinch of salt in a bowl.
  2. Stir in melted butter until the mix looks like wet sand.
  3. Press the crust firmly into the bottom of a springform pan.
  4. Chill in the fridge while you make the filling.

Strawberry Cheesecake Filling

  1. Place 2 1/2 cups chopped strawberries and 2 tbsp water in a small pot. Heat until soft and pulpy.
  2. Sprinkle 1 tbsp gelatin over 1/4 cup water and let bloom for a few minutes. Stir the bloomed gelatin into the warm strawberry puree until it dissolves. Let cool slightly.
  3. Whip 3/4 cup heavy whipping cream until soft peaks form. Set aside.
  4. In a bowl, beat softened cream cheese with 1 cup powdered Swerve and 1/3 cup heavy whipping cream until smooth. Add 1 tsp vanilla.
  5. Fold cooled strawberry puree into the cream cheese mixture. Gently fold in the whipped cream.
  6. Pour the filling over the chilled crust. Arrange the thin strawberry slices on top if you like. Chill in the fridge for several hours or until firm.

Chocolate Ganache

  1. Melt 1 1/2 ounces unsweetened chocolate in a small heatproof bowl over simmering water or in short bursts in the microwave.
  2. Stir in 2 tbsp powdered Swerve, 1 tbsp allulose, and 1/2 tsp vanilla until smooth. If too thick, add a little heavy cream (a teaspoon at a time) to reach pourable consistency.
  3. Pour the ganache over the set cheesecake and spread gently. Chill until the ganache firms.

how to serve Keto Chocolate Strawberry Cheesecake

Slice the cheesecake with a warm, clean knife for neat slices. Serve chilled. Add a fresh strawberry on top of each slice for a nice look.

how to store Keto Chocolate Strawberry Cheesecake

Keep the cheesecake covered in the fridge for up to 5 days. For longer storage, wrap slices tightly and freeze for up to 1 month. Thaw in the fridge before serving.

tips to make Keto Chocolate Strawberry Cheesecake

  • Use full-fat cream cheese and heavy cream for best texture.
  • Bloom the gelatin fully so the filling sets well.
  • Press the crust firmly to avoid crumbly slices.
  • Chill the cheesecake long enough; no-bake cakes need time to firm.
  • For neat ganache edges, chill the cake after the first thin layer of ganache, then add a second thin layer.

You can try a frozen style version if you want a colder dessert; see a frozen recipe idea at this keto frozen strawberry cheesecake pie page.

variation (if any)

  • Make it nut-free by using a seed flour crust (sunflower seed flour) if not avoiding added carbs.
  • Swap strawberries for raspberries for a tart twist.
  • Skip the ganache for a pure strawberry cheesecake top.

FAQs

Q: Is this cheesecake truly keto?
A: Yes, this recipe uses low-carb sweeteners and almond flour. Net carbs stay low when you use the listed ingredients.

Q: Can I use powdered erythritol instead of powdered Swerve?
A: Yes. Powdered erythritol works similarly in texture and sweetness.

Q: Can I bake this instead of no-bake?
A: This recipe is designed as no-bake. Baking will change texture and may water out the strawberries. For a baked version, use a tested baked cheesecake recipe.

Q: How firm will the filling be?
A: The gelatin and whipped cream give the filling a firm but creamy set. Chill several hours for best results.

Q: Can I use fresh or frozen strawberries?
A: Fresh strawberries are best for texture. If you use frozen, thaw and drain excess water before cooking to make the puree.

Conclusion

If you want another take on a low-carb chocolate-covered strawberry cheesecake, check the detailed no-bake version at Keto Chocolate Strawberry Cheesecake – All Day I Dream About Food. For a small-bite dessert idea with a similar flavor, see the keto strawberry cheesecake truffle recipe at Keto Strawberry Cheesecake Truffles! – Inspector Gorgeous.