Introduction:
Indulge in a little piece of heaven with our Keto Cheesecake Cupcakes. These adorable and delectable treats offer all the creamy richness of traditional cheesecake while keeping your carb intake in check. Whether enjoyed as a guilt-free dessert or a charming party bite, these cupcakes are a perfect way to satisfy your sweet tooth on the keto journey.
Preparation Time: 15 minutes
Cooking Time: 25 minutes
Serves: 12
Difficulty: Easy
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: Global
kcal: 180 kcal per cupcake
Ingredients:
For the Cupcake Base:
- 1 cup almond flour
- 1/4 cup granulated erythritol
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
For the Cheesecake Filling:
- 16 oz (450g) cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup granulated erythritol
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Zest of 1 lemon (optional)
- 1/4 cup sour cream
Instructions:
- Preheat and Prepare: Preheat your oven to 325ยฐF (165ยฐC) and line a muffin tin with cupcake liners.
- Make the Cupcake Base: In a bowl, combine almond flour, granulated erythritol, melted butter, and vanilla extract. Mix until well combined. Divide the mixture evenly among the cupcake liners and press down to form the base.
- Prepare the Filling: In a separate bowl, beat the softened cream cheese and granulated erythritol until smooth. Add eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Stir in vanilla extract and lemon zest (if using). Finally, fold in sour cream.
- Fill the Cupcakes: Pour the cheesecake filling over the cupcake bases, dividing it evenly among the liners.
- Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for about 20-25 minutes, or until the cupcakes are set and the tops are slightly golden.
- Chill: Allow the cupcakes to cool in the muffin tin, then refrigerate for a few hours or overnight to firm up.
Note: These Keto Cheesecake Cupcakes are the perfect bite-sized indulgence for anyone on a low-carb journey. With their velvety texture and delightful flavor, they offer a taste of luxury without derailing your keto goals.
Nutrition Facts (per cupcake):
- Calories: 180
- Fat: 16g
- Protein: 4g
- Total Carbs: 4g
- Net Carbs: 2g
- Fiber: 2g
- Sugar: 0g
For a personalized keto meal plan or a 28-day keto challenge, check out these hyperlinks: Custom Keto Meal Plan and 28 Day Keto Challenge. Elevate your dessert experience with these Keto Cheesecake Cupcakes while staying true to your keto lifestyle.