Delight in these creamy, tangy vegan cheesecake bars with a crunchy crust and fresh berry topping, all made without baking.
Ingredients
Crust
12 cupAlmonds(for the crust)
12 cupWalnuts(for the crust)
14 cupPecans(for the crust)
14 teaspoonVanilla Extract(for the crust)
1 1/2tablespoonWater(divided, for crust)
Filling
3cupsCashews(soaked overnight and drained)
3 4cupsCoconut Milk(full fat, canned)
1/2cupDark Amber Maple Syrup
3tablespoonsFresh Lemon Juice
1tablespoonVanilla Extract
1/4cupCoconut Oil
Blackberries & Lemon Zest
1pintFresh Blackberries(divided)
zest from 1/2lemonLemon Zest
Instructions
Line your pan with parchment paper, leaving overhang for easy removal.
Combine crust ingredients (except water) in a food processor until sticky; add water gradually until moldable. Press into pan and freeze for 1 hour.
Blend filling ingredients until smooth; divide into two portions. Add blackberries to one portion and pulse until light lavender. Pour over crust, freeze 30-45 minutes.
Blend remaining filling with blackberries, pour over first layer, and freeze another hour until set. Let sit 5 minutes before slicing and garnishing with lemon zest.
Notes
Use ripe, fresh berries for best flavor and texture.