Raw Pecan Cheesecake is not just a dessert; it's a delightful journey of textures and flavors. The almond flour and pecan base provide a nutty, grounding start, perfectly complemented by the sweet whispers of maple syrup and the rich, smooth touch of coconut oil. As you move to the layers above, a creamy, dreamlike blend of coconut milk, vanilla, and maple syrup awaits, offering a gentle, sweet caress to your taste buds.
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Blend almond flour, pecans, maple syrup, and coconut oil in a mixer until well combined.Press this mixture into the bottom of a springform pan or a lined cake tin to form the base layer.Place in the freezer to set while you prepare the filling.
First Layer of Filling
In a blender, combine coconut milk, vanilla extract, and maple syrup. Blend until smooth.Pour half of this mixture over the set bottom layer in the cake tin.Return the tin to the freezer to allow this layer to set slightly.
Second Layer of Filling
To the remaining half of the coconut milk mixture in the blender, add peanut butter.Blend again until the mixture attains a light brown color and is well combined.Once the first layer is slightly set, pour the second layer over it.Return to the freezer to set. This might take a few hours.
Once the second layer is firm, garnish the top of the cheesecake with pecan nuts.Let the cheesecake set in the freezer for a few more hours or overnight.
Enjoy your delicious, plant-based raw pecan cheesecake!