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Baked Gingerbread Cheesecake

Delightful Baked Gingerbread Cheesecake: A Cozy Vegan Twist

This Baked Gingerbread Cheesecake combines rich flavors and wholesome ingredients into a vegan delight perfect for holiday gatherings.
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Prep Time 1 hour
Cook Time 1 hour
Cooling Time 4 hours
Total Time 6 hours
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: Vegan
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Crust
  • 1 cup Almond Flour Offers a nutty flavor and gluten-free base for the cheesecake.
  • 1/2 cup Chickpea Flour Provides structure and enhances protein content;
For the Filling
  • 1 cup Cashews Soak beforehand for best texture.
  • 1 cup Silken Tofu Essential for creaminess and protein.
  • 1/2 cup Vegan Creme Fraiche Adds tanginess; non-dairy yogurt as substitute.
For the Spices
  • 2 teaspoons Ginger Infuses warmth and gingerbread flavor.
  • 1 teaspoon Cinnamon Complements ginger with sweet and spicy notes.
  • 1/2 teaspoon Cloves Enhances gingerbread profile.
  • 1/2 teaspoon Nutmeg Rounds out the flavor.
  • 1/2 teaspoon Allspice Adds depth.
  • 1 teaspoon Orange Zest Brightens the filling.
For Sweetness
  • 1/2 cup Maple Syrup Natural sweetener.

Equipment

  • Tart pan
  • high-speed blender
  • Mixing bowl
  • spatula
  • wire rack

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Baked Gingerbread Cheesecake
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). In a mixing bowl, combine almond flour and chickpea flour until well blended. Press into a tart pan and bake for 12–15 minutes.
  2. Soak cashews in warm water for at least 1 hour. Drain and rinse before blending.
  3. In a high-speed blender, add soaked cashews, silken tofu, vegan creme fraiche, spices, and maple syrup. Blend until smooth for 2-3 minutes.
  4. Pour the filling over the cooled crust, smoothing the top with a spatula.
  5. Bake for approximately 55–60 minutes until slightly set around the edges.
  6. Cool in the pan on a wire rack, then refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight.
  7. Dust with powdered coconut or garnish with crumbled gingerbread cookies before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 5gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gSodium: 150mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 3gSugar: 8gVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 5mgIron: 5mg

Notes

Ensure cashews are soaked well for the perfect creamy texture. Adjust spice levels to personal preference.

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