New York Cheesecake

Indulge in a rich and creamy New York Cheesecake that is gluten-free, perfect for a midnight treat. This decadent dessert offers a velvety texture and a hint of citrus that will satisfy your sweet cravings.

Ingredients

• Cream cheese - 200 grams
• Granulated sugar - 50 grams
• Egg - 1 large
• Sour cream - 50 grams
• Vanilla extract - 1 teaspoon
• Lemon juice - 1 tablespoon
• Almond flour - 100 grams
• Butter - 30 grams, melted
• Cocoa powder - 1 tablespoon (for dusting)

Steps

1. Preheat the oven to 160°C (320°F).
2. In a mixing bowl, beat the cream cheese until smooth and creamy.
3. Add the granulated sugar and mix until well combined.
4. Incorporate the egg, sour cream, vanilla extract, and lemon juice, mixing until smooth and fluffy.
5. In a separate bowl, combine almond flour and melted butter to form the crust mixture.
6. Press the crust mixture into the bottom of a small, greased springform pan evenly.
7. Pour the cheesecake filling over the crust and smooth the top with a spatula.
8. Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes until the edges are set but the center is slightly jiggly.
9. Turn off the oven and let the cheesecake cool in the oven for 1 hour.
10. Chill in the refrigerator for at least 4 hours or overnight before serving.
11. Before serving, dust the top with cocoa powder for a finishing touch.

Nutrition

• Calories: 360
• Protein: 8 g
• Carbs: 22 g
• Fiber: 2 g
• Sugar: 10 g
• Sodium: 250 mg
• Cholesterol: 70 mg
• Total Fat: 28 g
• Saturated Fat: 15 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
• Water: 0.1 L

Health Benefits

• Provides a source of calcium from dairy ingredients.
• Contains healthy fats from almond flour and butter.

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