If you’re watching your figure but still crave a sweet treat that doesn’t taste healthy, this Low Carb Cheesecake with Strawberry Topping is a perfect sweet treat that will curb your sweet tooth.
Like many of you, I slightly roll my eyes when I see a healthier version of an unhealthy recipe that I love. I always wonder if it really measures up to the original flavors and would it really curb my craving. There have been a few dishes I’ve enjoyed that are considered healthy recipes as they are. But I’ve rarely tried a healthy recipe that is simply healthier than its unhealthy original. However, this Low Carb Cheesecake or Keto Cheesecake recipe (whatever you want to call it) is an absolute winner!
This cheesecake has all of the necessary ingredients that are appropriate for keto dieters. It has cream cheese, sour cream, heavy cream, and Swerve sweetener, which is a sweetener option for the keto diet. Combining all of these ingredients and placing the filling inside a pecan pie crust is what healthy desserts are made of. I’m telling you, you will be amazed at the outcome of this dessert.
What is pretty cool about this low-carb dessert is that it isn’t made with any flour, eggs, or refined sugar. You don’t even need to bake this cheesecake. Just make, let it set in the refrigerator, and top off a slice of cheesecake with fresh berries such as sliced blueberries, blackberries, or strawberries or the strawberry topping recipe as it is outlined in the recipe below.
Pecan Crust for Keto Dieters
There are a few pecan crusts or keto pie crust recipes that you can make from some trusted food bloggers I know. But if you’re in a hurry you can do what I did and buy a pecan crust! Yep, they’re making those now. I found a pecan crust in the grocery store made by Diamond Nuts and it is pretty tasty! I highly recommend using them. The pecan crust would be great for Pumpkin Pie and even my Sweet Potato Pecan Pie, that is if you want an extra nutty flavor.
This keto-friendly cheesecake is not only a good sweet treat option for people who are on a keto diet, diabetic diet, or has gestational diabetes, like me. Swerve is considered a non-glycemic sugar replacement but doesn’t have that annoying aftertaste like most sweeteners. Swerve or Erythritol is an awesome sugar replacement.
Enjoy this no-bake cheesecake recipe with the strawberry topping. It will satisfy you in ways you weren’t expecting.
Commonly Asked Questions
I don’t see why not. If you use vegan cream cheese and then follow the rest o the recipe as is, I am sure that you will come out with a delicious vegan keto-friendly cheesecake.
Based up using the recipe calculator on VeryWellFit.com, the total carbs in this recipe comes out to about 11g of carbs, 6.5g of sugar, and 340 calories per slice.
Low Carb Cheesecake with Strawberry Topping
- Total Time: 25 mins
- Yield: 8–10 1x
Description
Once you have a bite of this Low carb Cheesecake with Strawberry Topping you will be surprised that its considered a healthier option!
Ingredients
- 20 oz. cream cheese, room temperature
- 1/2 c. + 1 tbsp. Swerve sweetener
- 1 c. heavy whipping cream
- 1/4 c. sour cream
- 2 tbsp. Lemon juice
- 1 1/2 tbsp. Vanilla extract
- Pecan Crust
- 1 pint of strawberries, cut in half tops removed
- 1 tbsp. Lemon juice
- 2 tbsp. Swerve sweetener
- 2 tsp. Corn starch
- 1 tbsp. water
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, add the cream cheese and use a handheld or standing mixer to mix the cream cheese to a smooth texture. Add the sweetener and stir. Add the sour cream and lemon juice by folding the ingredients together with a spatula.
- In a separate bowl add the heavy whipping cream and mix with a mixer until stiff peaks form. Use a rubber spatula and fold the whipped cream mixture into the cream cheese mixture. Add the vanilla extract and stir. Pour into pie crust and smooth top. Cover and place in the refrigerator for at least, 4-6 hours until set.
- To make the strawberry topping, add the strawberries to a small saucepan on medium heat. Add the sweetener and lemon juice. As the strawberries begin to warm, they will release their natural juices. After about 10 minutes, add the cornstarch with water and stir to dissolve and add to the strawberry mixture. Either use an immersion blender or a potato masher to blend the strawberries. Allow to cool completely and serve on top of the cheesecake.
- Prep Time: 15 mins
- Cook Time: 10 mins
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Chill
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 8
- Calories: 340
- Sugar: 6.5
- Sodium: 221
- Fat: 31.9
- Saturated Fat: 20
- Carbohydrates: 10.9
- Fiber: 0.9
- Protein: 6.2
I love Strawberry Cheesecake it is delicious yet low carb is perfect!
Thank you!
With the summer months coming up, I need to chill with all my high-calorie desserts. I’m so glad I found this low carb cheesecake!
Thank you Marta!
I have never tried pecan pie crust and this is now on my list to make. Thanks for sharing!
Thank you!
Love this, simply sweet and delicious! Wouldn’t have known it was low carb and diabetic friendly!?
Yes. I have am pregnant with gestational diabetes and it doesn’t send my blood sugar through the rough.
Nothing more refreshing than a cheesecake with strawberry on it! And glad you made it low carb.
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oh my gosh! I am drooling over your images. I can imagine the deliciousness of this dessert. I cannot wait to try it myself.
This looks amazing! My mom is on the Keto diet and I just sent this to her! YUM!
This Cheesecake with Strawberry Topping looks insanely, incredibly good. Yummmmmmy! I can’t wait to have a bite.
Ok this cheesecake is just what I was looking for! It looks soo rich and decadent. Will have to try it soon!
Thank you!
I made this yesterday but instead of strawberry i choose blueberry and turned out so good. I combined almond flour with ground flax seeds for the crust. My cherry flavored melatonin jam is a bit runny as I only put chia seeds. I forgot that I have xanthan gum in my pantry😁Thanks for sharing your blog
That is awesome and sounds super yummy Henry!