Description
A rich and creamy plant-based cheesecake infused with espresso and cocoa, combining the comforting flavors of tiramisu with the smooth indulgence of a vegan cheesecake.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 1/2 cups almonds or walnuts
- 1 cup pitted dates
- 2 tablespoons cocoa powder
- 1 tablespoon coconut oil, melted
- Pinch of salt
- 1 1/2 cups raw cashews (soaked 4 hours or overnight)
- 1/2 cup coconut cream
- 1/3 cup maple syrup or agave
- 2 tablespoons coconut oil, melted
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1/2 teaspoon instant espresso powder
- 1/2 cup strong brewed espresso or coffee, cooled
- 1 tablespoon maple syrup
- 6–8 vegan ladyfingers or gluten-free cookies
- 2 tablespoons cocoa powder (for dusting)
- Optional: shaved dark chocolate or coffee beans for garnish
Instructions
- Blend almonds, dates, cocoa powder, coconut oil, and salt until sticky and crumbly. Press into the bottom of an 8 or 9-inch springform pan. Chill while preparing filling.
- Drain soaked cashews and blend with coconut cream, maple syrup, coconut oil, vanilla extract, lemon juice, and espresso powder until smooth and creamy.
- Pour half of the cheesecake filling over the crust. Quickly dip vegan ladyfingers or cookies in the coffee mixture and layer them on top. Add remaining filling and smooth the surface.
- Refrigerate for 4–6 hours or overnight until firm. Alternatively, freeze for 2–3 hours and thaw before serving.
- Dust with cocoa powder before serving and garnish with shaved chocolate or coffee beans if desired.
Notes
Ensure cashews are soaked well for a creamy texture. Dip ladyfingers quickly to avoid sogginess. Allow the cheesecake to chill thoroughly before slicing for the best results.
- Prep Time: 25 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: Vegan
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 80mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: vegan tiramisu cheesecake, plant-based dessert, dairy-free tiramisu, raw vegan cheesecake, espresso dessert