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Keto Peppermint Cheesecake

Decadent Keto Peppermint Cheesecake That Will Delight You

Indulge in this Keto Peppermint Cheesecake, where rich creaminess meets refreshing mint, perfect for the festive season.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Chill Time 2 hours
Total Time 2 hours 30 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: DESSERTS
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250

Ingredients
  

For the Crust
  • 1 cup pumpkin seed meal can substitute with almond flour
  • 2 tbsp cocoa powder for a rich chocolate flavor
  • 2 tbsp powdered sweetener use your favorite keto-friendly sweetener
  • 4 tbsp butter melted
  • 1 pinch salt to enhance flavor
For the Filling
  • 1 cup sugar-free white chocolate chips
  • 1 tbsp coconut oil to melt the chocolate
  • 8 oz cream cheese softened
  • 1/2 cup powdered allulose or erythritol for sweetness
  • 1 cup heavy whipping cream at room temperature
  • 1 tsp peppermint extract for minty flavor
For the Topping
  • 1 cup heavy whipping cream whipped until stiff peaks
  • 2 tbsp powdered sweetener for sweetening the whipped cream
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • natural red food coloring optional for decoration
  • sugar-free peppermint candies crushed, optional for topping

Equipment

  • muffin tin
  • mixing bowls
  • whisk
  • Spatula
  • Electric Mixer
  • Heatproof bowl

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Prepare the cups: Place 8 silicone or parchment muffin liners in a standard muffin tin.
  2. Mix the crust: In a medium bowl, whisk together pumpkin seed meal, cocoa powder, powdered sweetener, and a pinch of salt. Stir in melted butter until clumpy.
  3. Form the base: Divide the crust mixture among the muffin cups, pressing it firmly into the bottom.
  4. Melt the chocolate: In a heatproof bowl over simmering water, combine white chocolate chips and coconut oil until melted and smooth.
  5. Blend the filling: Beat cream cheese until smooth. Gradually add powdered sweetener, followed by heavy cream and peppermint extract. Mix until well combined.
  6. Combine chocolate and cream cheese: Fold melted white chocolate into the cream cheese mixture until smooth.
  7. Fill the cups: Divide filling evenly over the crusts in the muffin cups.
  8. Chill to set: Refrigerate for at least 1 to 2 hours.
  9. Whip the cream: Beat heavy cream with powdered sweetener and vanilla extract until stiff peaks form.
  10. Decorate: Pipe whipped cream on top of each cheesecake and add crushed peppermint candies if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 6gProtein: 4gFat: 23gSaturated Fat: 14gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 220mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 2gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 500IUCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Ensure ingredients are at room temperature for best results. Customize toppings as desired.

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