Decadent Chocolate Cheesecake Pie
Indulge in this rich and creamy chocolate cheesecake pie that's vegan-friendly but still irresistibly decadent. A delightful dessert that's perfect for any occasion, with a smooth filling and a crunchy graham cracker crust.
Equipment
- Food processor or blender, Nonstick cooking spray, Pie pan (9-inch), Spatula, Double boiler or microwave
Ingrediënten
- Nonstick cooking spray
For the crust:
- 1 recipe Cinnamon Graham Cracker Crumbs page 414
- 2 tablespoons 30 ml canola oil
For the filling:
- 1 cup 175 g nondairy semisweet chocolate chips
- 2 tablespoons 28 g nondairy butter
- 8 ounces 227 g nondairy cream cheese
- 9 ounces 255 g soft tofu, drained
- 2 tablespoons 10 g unsweetened cocoa powder
- 2 tablespoons 30 ml pure maple syrup
- ½ cup 96 g raw sugar
- ¼ teaspoon fine sea salt
- 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
Instructies
- Preheat the oven to 325°F (170°C, or gas mark 3).
- Lightly coat a 9-inch (23-cm) pie pan with nonstick spray.
For the crust:
- In a bowl or food processor, combine graham cracker crumbs with canola oil.
- Press the mixture firmly into the bottom and sides of the prepared pan using a spatula or large spoon.
For the filling:
- In a double boiler or microwave, melt the chocolate chips and nondairy butter together.
- Let it cool.
- In a food processor or blender, blend the cooled chocolate mixture, cream cheese, tofu, cocoa powder, maple syrup, sugar, salt, and vanilla.
- Blend until smooth and creamy, scraping the sides as needed.
- Pour the filling into the prepared crust and smooth it out evenly with a spatula.
- Bake for 30 minutes.
- After baking, turn off the oven and leave the cheesecake in the oven for up to 1 hour to cool.
- Refrigerate overnight to allow the cheesecake to set.
- Slice and serve chilled.
Notes / Tips / Wine Advice:
Serving Tip:
Top with a dollop of whipped coconut cream or a sprinkle of cocoa powder for an extra touch of decadence.Wine Advice:
Pair with a full-bodied red wine such as Merlot or a glass of chilled sparkling rosé to complement the richness of the chocolate.Nutritional Information
Calories: 310 kcal | Carbohydrates: 37 g | Protein: 4 g | Fat: 16 g | Fiber: 3 g | Sugar: 20 g | Salt: 0.3 g
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