Keto New York Cheesecake with Almond Flour Crust
A classic, creamy sugar-free cheesecake with a buttery almond crust
KEY INFO
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
- Total Time: 5 hours 35 minutes (including cooling)
- Servings: 10-12 slices
- Difficulty: Moderate
- Diet: Keto, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free
EQUIPMENT NEEDED
- 9-inch springform pan (or deep pie dish)
- Electric mixer (hand or stand)
- Large mixing bowl
- Measuring cups and spoons
- Oven thermometer
- Roasting pan for water bath (optional)
- Heavy-duty aluminum foil
INGREDIENTS
For the Crust:
- 2 cups almond flour (192g)
- 4 tablespoons butter, melted (56g)
- 3 tablespoons granulated allulose (36g)
- 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract
For the Filling:
- 32 oz cream cheese, softened (907g)
- 1 cup powdered erythritol (200g)
- 4 large eggs, room temperature
- 1 cup sour cream (240g)
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1 tablespoon lemon zest
METHOD
1. Preheat oven to 325°F (165°C)
2. Prepare the crust:
- Mix almond flour, melted butter, allulose, and vanilla
- Press firmly into bottom of greased springform pan
- Bake for 10 minutes until lightly golden
- Cool completely
3. Make the filling:
- Beat cream cheese until completely smooth (no lumps)
- Add sweetener gradually, mixing well
- Add eggs one at a time, mixing on low
- Fold in sour cream, vanilla, and zest
4. Assemble and bake:
- Pour filling over cooled crust
- Place in water bath if using
- Bake at 300°F (150°C) for 70-80 minutes
- Center should still have slight jiggle
5. Cool properly:
- Turn off oven
- Crack door open
- Let cool 1 hour in oven
- Refrigerate minimum 4 hours
CRUCIAL TIPS
- All ingredients must be room temperature
- Don’t overmix after adding eggs
- Use powdered sweetener to prevent graininess
- Never open oven door while baking
- Watch for browning – cover with foil if needed
STORAGE & VARIATIONS
Storage:
- Refrigerate up to 5 days
- Freeze up to 3 months (wrap well)
Common Mistakes:
- Opening oven door during baking
- Not using room temperature ingredients
- Overmixing the batter
Variations:
- Add 1/4 cup cocoa powder for chocolate version
- Top with sugar-free berry compote
- Swirl with peanut butter before baking
NUTRITION
Per Slice (1/12):
- Calories: 380
- Net Carbs: 4g
- Protein: 9g
- Fat: 35g
