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    Home >> Low-Carb Cheesecake

    Lime Cheesecake Bites (Dairy-Free, Low-Carb, Paleo, Vegan)

    Published: Mar 13, 2020 · Modified: May 19, 2022 by Emily · This post may contain affiliate links · 8 Comments

    Tangy, creamy, dairy-free mini LIME cheesecakes- made in a blender!! No baking, no cooking, EASY and QUICK. You're gonna love this simple recipe made with healthy ingredients! (gluten-free, grain-free, dairy-free, sugar-free, egg-free, soy-free, low-carb, paleo, vegan + keto option)
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    Lime Cheesecake Bites (Dairy-Free Keto Low-Carb Paleo Vegan) PrettyPies.com

    The EASIEST Dairy-Free Cheesecakes Ever, Part 2!

    If you've been around here for a while, you know I like EASY. And I like QUICK.

    And so I'm SO HAPPY I have a quicker method to make my FAVORITE DESSERT OF ALL TIME: cheesecake!!

    Ever since my revolutionary discovery last year, I haven't gone back to the "old" way of making dairy-free cheesecakes. (Ya know, the one where you have to SOAK your cashews for hours and hours and blend them for a good 20 minutes! lol. Not to mention "conventional" cheesecakes that take about TWO DAYS start to finish! omg!)

    Again, there's NO soaking!

    If you missed it last year, I made these GORGEOUS purple Berry Blender Mini Cheesecakes and they were such a huge hit. So easy and so delicious- in a fraction of the time! 10 minutes prep, start to finish. This. is. Huge.

    Now I'm sharing the LIME version, with a little twist! 😉Lime Cheesecake Bites (Dairy-Free Keto Low-Carb Paleo Vegan) PrettyPies.com

    Quicker than ever!

    These mini cheesecake bites are faster to make than all my other cheesecakes. Why? 

    THE PAN makes all the difference.

    I used a small loaf pan (about 7"x3") so there's no need to individually portion out the crusts into a mini muffin pan (with being somewhat of a perfectionist sometimes it can take more time than it needs to!)

    HERE, you throw ALL the crust into a pan and press it in. Then pour ALL the filling over the top.

    Since it's a smaller batch than my "regular"/tall cheesecakes, the filling sets quicker, too!Lime Cheesecake Bites (Dairy-Free Keto Low-Carb Paleo Vegan) PrettyPies.com

    No-Bake Crust & No-Bake Filling

    To make a low-carb pie crust without flour, butter, sugar and eggs, I use nuts, coconut oil, monkfruit and water! 🙂 No need to bake, it's delicious as-is!

    The fact that you don't have to bake the filling to set is a major plus.

    Just blend the filling and let it chill. The coconut oil is what holds it together since it solidifies at cold temperatures.Lime Cheesecake Bites (Dairy-Free Keto Low-Carb Paleo Vegan) PrettyPies.com

    How to Make Dairy-Free Low-Carb Cheesecake

    The magic ingredient is once again, cashews! This creates a luscious creamy texture that reminds me of cream cheese. (For tons more dairy-free cheesecake recipes, click here)
    To make the cheesecake filling, you simply put all the ingredients in a blender cup (I used my new Vitamix smoothie cup) and blend! It takes literally 2 minutes or less. Praise.

    The Simple, Healthy Ingredients:

    1. Cashews
    2. Monkfruit
    3. Coconut Oil
    4. Lime
    5. Pink Salt
    6. and the secret ingredient.... lol

    Need to sub an ingredient? Here are some possibilities:

    1. Cashews >> Use almond butter instead of cashew butter to lower the carbs OR use this nut-free cheesecake recipe or make my Keto Almond Dreamcake and sub lime
    2. Monkfruit >> use powdered coconut sugar, monkfruit drops or extract, or stevia extract  (need help? Just ask! comment below)
    3. Coconut Oil >> use Palm oil
    4. Lime >> use lemon or orange
    5. Pink Salt - if you use "regular" table salt, use 50-100% more to achieve the same flavor.
    6. and the secret ingredient.... lol. You *can* leave it out. Do you know what it is yet??? haha
    Lime Cheesecake Bites (Dairy-Free Keto Low-Carb Paleo Vegan) PrettyPies.com

    The Secret Ingredient

    SPINACH.

    Don't run away. I promise it's completely undetectable. It just gives this beautiful light green color + a little bit lighter texture.

    You can leave it out if you want. It's optional. But who wouldn't want to sneak in an extra serving of veggies for added nutritional benefits?? It's a no-brainer 🙂

    DESSERTS WITH BENEFITS. I am here for it!

    My kids who don't like spinach absolutely LOVED this cheesecake (and yeah, they're normal kids who still really like regular candy and sugar that they get from school, parties, etc!)

    Side note: If you really like the idea of hidden veggies in your desserts, check these out.Lime Cheesecake Bites (Dairy-Free Keto Low-Carb Paleo Vegan) PrettyPies.com

    Lime Cheesecake Bites (Dairy-Free Keto Low-Carb Paleo Vegan) PrettyPies.com

    Smaller is Better

    This recipe makes 10 mini cheesecake squares, about 1.33" and for me, they're exactly the right size. These are rich, and filling, so you don't need a HUGE slice (like they give you at a certain FACTORY lol)

    However, if you want to make a more traditional size cheesecake or one of my "tall" cheesecakes using a springform, you totally can. The filling will need to be doubled, though. Easy peasy.

    But if you need any tips or help for which pan you are using, just let me know in the comments, or dm me on Insta. I'm happy to help.Lime Cheesecake Bites (Dairy-Free Keto Low-Carb Paleo Vegan) PrettyPies.com

    Dreamiest Dairy-Free Cheesecake!

    Who's ready to whip up the EASIEST dreamiest cheesecake bites EVER??

    The lime flavor is so refreshing with just the right amount of tartness, and sweetness, balanced by a nutty cookie base.

    I LOVE IT and I hope you do, too! If you make it, I'd love to hear what you think. Be sure to leave a rating and review below 🙂 ENJOY!

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    Lime Cheesecake Bites (Dairy-Free, Low-Carb, Paleo, Vegan)

    Smooth and tangy LIME cheesecake in a bite-size treat you can feel good about. No dairy, no sugar, no gluten! Easy to make with no baking.
    4.84 from 6 votes
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    Prep Time: 10 minutes
    Cook Time: 0 minutes
    Chill Time: 2 hours
    Total Time: 2 hours 10 minutes
    Servings: 10 servings
    Author: Emily

    Ingredients

    US Customary - Metric

    Crust

    • ½ cup almonds - or any nut/seed you like
    • â…“ cup walnuts - or any nut/seed you like
    • â…“ cup unsweetened coconut shreds - or any nut/seed you like
    • 1 Tbs coconut oil
    • 1 teaspoon Lakanto powdered monkfruit
    • dash of pink salt
    • 1 Tbs water

    Filling

    • ¾ cup raw cashews
    • 1 cup fresh spinach - 1 big handful
    • ½ cup unsweetened cashew milk - or almond milk
    • 3 Tbs cashew butter - sub almond butter for keto
    • 3-4 Tbs lime juice
    • 5 Tbs powdered monkfruit - or powdered coconut sugar, to taste
    • 1 Tbs lime zest - divided (~3 medium limes)
    • 1 teaspoon vanilla
    • pinch of pink salt
    • â…“ cup coconut oil - melted

    Instructions

    To make the crust:

    • Line a small loaf pan with parchment (mine is 7"x3")
    • Pulse together all ingredients except water in a food processor or small blender until a coarse crumb forms.
    • Add water as needed and pulse until crumbs stick together when pinched.
    • Press 1 crust mixture into pan. Refrigerate while you prepare the filling.

    To make the filling

    • (Reserve a sprinkle of zest for the top if you like) Add all ingredients except oil to a small blender cup and blend smooth.
    • Taste and adjust for sweetness.
    • Add melted oil and blend again.
    • Pour filling over crust, (optional: sprinkle with remaining zest) and freeze about 1-2 hours until firm throughout, then refrigerate until ready to serve. Enjoy!

    Notes

    To store: Keep refrigerated for about 5 days, or frozen for 1 month in an airtight container.
    For substitutions, see the detailed blog post above 🙂 Or comment below with a question.
    To make homemade powdered sweetener: Add ½ cup granulated sweetener, such as monk fruit or coconut sugar, to a small blender cup and blend for 10-20 seconds until powdered. Measure out powdered sweetener for the recipe after blending. 
    Optional: For a softer texture, add 1 extra Tbs or so of cashew milk or water.
    Nutrition Facts
    Lime Cheesecake Bites (Dairy-Free, Low-Carb, Paleo, Vegan)
    Amount per Serving
    Calories
    248.77
    % Daily Value*
    Fat
     
    23.57
    g
    36
    %
    Saturated Fat
     
    11.02
    g
    69
    %
    Sodium
     
    13.8
    mg
    1
    %
    Potassium
     
    197.33
    mg
    6
    %
    Carbohydrates
     
    11.16
    g
    4
    %
    Fiber
     
    2.12
    g
    9
    %
    Sugar
     
    1.33
    g
    1
    %
    Sugar Alcohol
     
    3.4
    g
    Net Carbs
     
    5.6
    g
    Protein
     
    5.08
    g
    10
    %
    Vitamin A
     
    281.31
    IU
    6
    %
    Vitamin C
     
    2.37
    mg
    3
    %
    Calcium
     
    31.38
    mg
    3
    %
    Iron
     
    1.46
    mg
    8
    %
    * Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
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    About Emily

    Emily is the creative force behind the food blog, Pretty Pies, a destination for people interested in healthier eating, and for those with dietary restrictions and preferences, such as dairy-free, gluten-free and egg-free.

    Emily specializes in healthy desserts that are low-carb, keto, and made with plant-based natural ingredients. She is the author of two cookbooks in the low-carb sweets niche, "PS It's Healthy," and "Yay It' Sugar-Free!"

    Her recipes have reached millions of people across the globe over a 7-year time span, and helped countless readers enjoy delicious desserts without detriment to their health.

    When she's not creating in the kitchen, she loves spending time with her family and petite Goldendoodle, Eevee, spending time in nature, and eating Tex-Mex.

    Reader Interactions

    Comments

    1. Dawn Dakin

      April 23, 2020 at 3:33 pm

      5 stars
      Lovely thank you.

      Reply
      • Emily

        April 23, 2020 at 9:47 pm

        You are welcome!

        Reply
        • Kelly

          April 30, 2021 at 4:24 am

          5 stars
          These were so delicious. Very creamy and rich so the small size is perfect. Will definitely make again.

          Reply
          • Emily

            April 30, 2021 at 7:01 am

            Wonderful to hear! Thank you for your review, Kelly 🙂

            Reply
            • Rocio

              April 07, 2023 at 12:38 pm

              Instead of coconut shreds you say any nuts? So it’s ok to use MORE almonds or cashews? Will that change the flavor??
              Thanks !

            • Emily

              April 07, 2023 at 12:52 pm

              Hi! The shreds are a small part of the crust, so it's not a huge change. I feel like the coconut shreds give it a similar flavor to shortbread or oatmeal cookies, but almonds or cashews in the crust are great, too! My preference is almonds. They have a neutral flavor profile. Hope that helps!

    2. Luia

      May 19, 2020 at 11:08 pm

      5 stars
      I've tried a couple of your cheesecake recipes over the past few weeks and liked them all. But this one is melt in your mouth gorgeousness! I had to hide it in the back of the fridge so I wouldn't eat the whole thing. I made it with lemon because that's what I had and can't wait to try other flavors!

      Reply
      • Emily

        May 19, 2020 at 11:33 pm

        Yay!! So happy you liked it! Lemon is so good too. I’ve gotta try that next time

        Reply

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