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A beautiful Low Carb Raspberry Cheesecake topped with fresh raspberries and toasted coconut flakes on a white plate.
Maryam

Low Carb Raspberry Cheesecake

Creamy, tangy cheesecake with a buttery almond crust and fresh raspberry swirl that tastes indulgent but keeps carbs in check.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 55 minutes
Total Time 5 hours
Servings: 10 servings
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 342

Ingredients
  

For the Crust
  • 1.5 cups blanched almond flour
  • 4 tbsp unsalted butter melted
  • 2 tbsp granulated erythritol
  • 0.25 tsp fine sea salt
For the Filling
  • 24 oz cream cheese room temperature, three 8-oz blocks
  • 0.75 cup granulated erythritol
  • 0.5 cup sour cream room temperature
  • 3 large eggs room temperature
  • 1.5 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice
For the Raspberry Swirl
  • 6 oz fresh raspberries about 1.25 cups
  • 1 tbsp granulated erythritol
  • 1 tsp water

Equipment

  • 9-inch springform pan
  • Electric Mixer
  • Small saucepan
  • Fine-Mesh Sieve

Method
 

Prep and Make the Crust
  1. Preheat oven to 325 degrees F. Wrap the outside of a 9-inch springform pan with a double layer of heavy-duty foil. In a bowl, stir together almond flour, melted butter, erythritol, and salt until it resembles wet sand. Press firmly into the bottom of the pan. Bake until just set and barely golden, 10 to 12 minutes. Let cool while you make the filling.
Make the Raspberry Swirl
  1. Combine raspberries, erythritol, and water in a small saucepan over medium heat. Cook, mashing with a spoon, until berries break down and mixture thickens slightly, about 5 minutes. Press through a fine-mesh sieve into a bowl to remove seeds. You should have about 3 tablespoons of smooth puree. Let cool completely.
Make and Bake the Filling
  1. In a large bowl with an electric mixer, beat cream cheese on medium speed until completely smooth and no lumps remain, about 2 minutes. Add erythritol and beat until well combined, scraping down the bowl as needed.
  2. Beat in sour cream until smooth. Add eggs one at a time, beating just until combined after each addition. Mix in vanilla and lemon juice. Do not overbeat once eggs are added or the cheesecake may crack.
  3. Pour filling over the cooled crust. Drop small spoonfuls of raspberry puree randomly over the surface. Use a toothpick or knife tip to swirl the puree into decorative patterns, dragging it through the batter without mixing completely.
  4. Place the foil-wrapped pan in a large roasting pan. Pour hot water into the roasting pan until it reaches halfway up the sides of the springform. Bake until the edges are set but the center still jiggles slightly when nudged, 50 to 55 minutes.
  5. Turn off the oven and crack the door open. Let the cheesecake cool in the oven for 1 hour, then remove from the water bath and cool completely at room temperature. Refrigerate uncovered until fully chilled and firm, at least 4 hours or preferably overnight. Run a thin knife around the edge before releasing the springform.

Notes

Room temperature ingredients are essential for a smooth, lump-free filling - cold cream cheese will never fully smooth out. The water bath prevents cracks and creates the creamy texture you want; don't skip the foil wrap or water will seep in. For clean slices, dip your knife in hot water and wipe dry between each cut. This cheesecake freezes beautifully for up to 2 months; thaw overnight in the refrigerator before serving.