A Creamy, Festive Dessert for Guilt-Free Celebrations
Christmas is the perfect time to slow down, gather with loved ones, and enjoy comforting desserts that feel special. While traditional cheesecakes are made with cream cheese, butter, and refined sugar, this Vegan Christmas Cheesecake offers all the richness and indulgence—without any dairy or eggs.
Creamy, lightly sweet, and beautifully festive, this no-bake cheesecake is made with nuts, coconut, and natural sweeteners, making it a mindful yet luxurious addition to your Christmas dessert table 🎁✨
🌟 Why You’ll Love This Vegan Christmas Cheesecake
🎄 Completely dairy-free & egg-free
🎄 Naturally sweetened – no refined sugar
🎄 No baking required – simple & stress-free
🎄 Creamy texture with a festive holiday feel
🥥 Ingredients
For the Base
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1 cup oats or digestive biscuits (vegan)
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½ cup almonds or walnuts
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2 tbsp coconut oil
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2 tbsp dates paste or maple syrup
For the Creamy Filling
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1 cup cashews (soaked in warm water for 4–6 hours)
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½ cup thick coconut cream
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3 tbsp maple syrup or date syrup
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1 tbsp lemon juice
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1 tsp vanilla extract
For the Festive Topping
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Fresh berries (strawberries, blueberries) or cherries
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Pomegranate seeds (optional)
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Vegan dark chocolate shavings (optional)
👩🍳 Instructions
Step 1: Prepare the Base
Add oats/biscuits and nuts to a food processor and blend until crumbly.
Add coconut oil and date paste. Blend again until the mixture sticks together.
Press this mixture firmly into the base of a springform pan or glass dish.
Refrigerate for 15–20 minutes to set.
Step 2: Make the Creamy Filling
Drain the soaked cashews and add them to a blender.
Add coconut cream, maple syrup, lemon juice, and vanilla extract.
Blend until completely smooth and creamy, scraping down sides as needed.
Step 3: Assemble the Cheesecake
Pour the filling over the chilled base and smooth the top with a spatula.
Tap gently to remove air bubbles.
Step 4: Chill & Set
Refrigerate for at least 6 hours or overnight until firm.
Step 5: Decorate
Top with fresh berries, pomegranate seeds, or chocolate shavings just before serving for a festive Christmas look 🎄✨
❄️ Storage
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Refrigerator: Keeps well for up to 4–5 days in an airtight container
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Freezer: Can be frozen for up to 2 weeks (thaw in the fridge before serving)
🎅 Serve & Enjoy
Slice and serve this Vegan Christmas Cheesecake chilled, alongside warm vegan hot chocolate, mulled tea, or herbal infusions. Its creamy texture, subtle sweetness, and festive toppings make it perfect for Christmas dinners, parties, or mindful indulgence at home.
This Christmas, celebrate with desserts that are kind to your body, your loved ones, and the planet 🌍❤️
Merry Christmas & happy vegan feasting! 🎄✨