Vegan Lemon Mini-”Cheesecakes”

Health score
14%
Vegan Lemon Mini-”Cheesecakes”
90 min.
12
1156kcal

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If you're on the hunt for a delightful, guilt-free dessert that bursts with flavor, look no further than these Vegan Lemon Mini-"Cheesecakes." Whether you're planning a special occasion or simply treating yourself, these charming little treats are sure to impress. With a creamy filling made from nondairy cream cheese, zesty lemon juice, and a touch of vanilla, each bite is a refreshing explosion of citrus goodness.

What sets these mini-cheesecakes apart is the convenience of their presentation and preparation. Housed in adorable, ready-to-use graham cracker crusts, they're not only easy to make, but they also bring a touch of elegance to any dessert table. The bright pop of fresh fruit on top adds a beautiful finishing touch while elevating their flavor profile to new heights.

In just 90 minutes, you can whip up a batch of these delightful desserts, making them perfect for gatherings, dinner parties, or simply indulging on a quiet evening at home. Plus, with each mini-cheesecake clocking in at just about 96 calories, you can savor the sweetness without any of the guilt. So grab your ingredients and dive into the world of vegan baking with these scrumptious Vegan Lemon Mini-"Cheesecakes" that are bound to become a staple in your dessert repertoire!

Ingredients

  • 690 nondairy cream cheese at room temperature
  • 20 ener-g egg replacer (equivalent of 3 eggs)
  • 12  keebler graham cracker pie crusts . the actual name of the product is “ready crust - graham mini (which are conveniently vegan)
  • 200 granulated sugar 
  • 30 ml juice of lemon 
  • lemon zest 
  • 12 servings raspberries fresh sliced for topping
  • 0.5 teaspoon vanilla 
  • 90 ml water 

Equipment

  • food processor
  • bowl
  • frying pan
  • oven
  • wire rack
  • baking pan
  • hand mixer
  • aluminum foil

Directions

  1. Preheat oven to 350.In a food processor or using an electric mixer and a large bowl (which is what I use), whip the egg replacer and water together until it’s thick and creamy. Beat in the cream cheese until creamy, about 30 seconds. Beat in the sugar, vanilla, lemon juice, and lemon zest.
  2. Place the mini-crusts on one or more shallow baking pans. (Don’t remove the crusts from their foil wrappers.) Using a large spoon, pour batter into mini-crusts. I fill it so the top of the batter is higher than the top of the crust, but not so much that the batter is practically flowing over the sides. Use the back of the spoon to smooth out the top a little.
  3. Bake the cheesecake for about 18 minutes, or until the center of the mini-cheesecakes barely jiggle when the pan is tapped or when an individual pie is tapped. Cooking times may vary according to oven. You may want to check after 15 minutes (as I do).
  4. Remove from oven. After a few minutes, transfer the mini-pies to a cooling rack. In the middle of each cheesecake, gently depress a piece of fruit until you feel it is held in securely. A rule of thumb would be that two-thirds of the fruit is showing.
  5. Let the mini-cheesecakes cool completely (45-60 minutes). Chill in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours.

Nutrition Facts

Calories1156kcal
Protein4.44%
Fat48.16%
Carbs47.4%

Properties

Glycemic Index
10.26
Glycemic Load
13.33
Inflammation Score
-7
Nutrition Score
22.603913068771%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
27.46mg
Petunidin
0.19mg
Delphinidin
0.79mg
Malvidin
0.08mg
Pelargonidin
0.59mg
Peonidin
0.07mg
Catechin
0.79mg
Epigallocatechin
0.28mg
Epicatechin
2.11mg
Epigallocatechin 3-gallate
0.32mg
Eriodictyol
0.13mg
Hesperetin
0.37mg
Naringenin
0.04mg
Kaempferol
0.04mg
Quercetin
0.64mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:1155.81kcal
57.79%
Fat:62.39g
95.99%
Saturated Fat:20.13g
125.8%
Carbohydrates:138.16g
46.05%
Net Carbohydrates:130.97g
47.63%
Sugar:52.32g
58.13%
Cholesterol:58.08mg
19.36%
Sodium:984.54mg
42.81%
Alcohol:0.06g
100%
Alcohol %:0.02%
100%
Protein:12.94g
25.88%
Manganese:2.6mg
129.88%
Vitamin K:42.95µg
40.9%
Folate:128.84µg
32.21%
Vitamin B2:0.52mg
30.66%
Vitamin B3:5.89mg
29.45%
Fiber:7.18g
28.73%
Phosphorus:278.09mg
27.81%
Vitamin E:4.17mg
27.78%
Iron:4.91mg
27.28%
Vitamin B1:0.35mg
23.07%
Copper:0.45mg
22.34%
Vitamin C:17.26mg
20.92%
Zinc:2.67mg
17.8%
Calcium:162.86mg
16.29%
Vitamin A:794.09IU
15.88%
Magnesium:57.79mg
14.45%
Selenium:9.59µg
13.7%
Potassium:362.5mg
10.36%
Vitamin B6:0.2mg
9.82%
Vitamin B5:0.83mg
8.33%
Vitamin B12:0.13µg
2.11%