Description
These Easy Keto Strawberry Cheesecake Bars are a creamy, low carb twist on classic cheesecake, with a buttery almond flour crust, tangy vanilla filling, and a ribbon of juicy strawberries on top. They’re the perfect make-ahead treat when you want a healthy snack or dessert to round out your quick breakfast, easy dinner, or weekend spread, and they’re packed with keto-friendly flavor for anyone searching breakfast ideas, dinner ideas, or an easy recipe when you need delicious food ideas fast.
Ingredients
2 cups almond flour
1/3 cup granulated keto sweetener
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon fine sea salt
6 tablespoons unsalted butter melted
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
16 ounces cream cheese softened
2/3 cup powdered keto sweetener
2 large eggs room temperature
1/3 cup sour cream
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1 1/2 cups diced fresh strawberries
3 tablespoons powdered keto sweetener
1 teaspoon lemon juice
Instructions
1. Line an 8×8 inch baking pan with parchment paper, lightly grease the parchment, and preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. In a medium bowl combine almond flour, granulated keto sweetener, ground cinnamon, and salt, then stir in melted butter and vanilla until the mixture resembles damp sand.
3. Press the crust mixture firmly and evenly into the bottom of the prepared pan and bake for 8–10 minutes, until lightly golden around the edges, then let it cool slightly.
4. Beat the softened cream cheese until smooth, then mix in the powdered keto sweetener until creamy.
5. Add the eggs one at a time on low speed just until incorporated, then gently mix in sour cream, vanilla, and lemon juice until the filling is silky.
6. In a small bowl toss the diced strawberries with powdered keto sweetener and lemon juice and let them sit for a few minutes to release their juices.
7. Pour the cheesecake filling over the pre-baked crust and smooth the top with a spatula.
8. Spoon the strawberries and their juices evenly over the surface, then use a knife or skewer to gently swirl them into the cheesecake layer without disturbing the crust.
9. Bake for 22–26 minutes, until the edges are set and the center still has a slight wobble when gently jiggled.
10. Cool completely at room temperature, then chill in the refrigerator for at least 3 hours before lifting out of the pan and slicing into bars.
Notes
Make sure the cream cheese is fully softened before mixing; cold cream cheese will stay lumpy and can lead to a grainy filling instead of a smooth, creamy cheesecake layer.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 3
- Sodium: 190
- Fat: 26
- Saturated Fat: 14
- Unsaturated Fat: 10
- Trans Fat: 0
- Carbohydrates: 7
- Fiber: 2
- Protein: 7
- Cholesterol: 105
Keywords: keto cheesecake bars, easy keto dessert, low carb strawberry cheesecake, sugar free dessert