Keto Key Lime Cheesecake - Divalicious Recipes (2024)

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A keto key lime cheesecake that is set in a coconut crust makes a luscious dessert. A great low carb and gluten free dessert for summer.

As a homage to the key lime pie, I used a 9-inch pie dish to make this cheesecake. When it was complete I rather liked the look of it and would use the dish again to make a coconut crusted cheesecake. If you want to stick with a spring form cake tin I would use an 8 inch one.

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Low Carb Cheesecake Crust

Since I made my coconut blueberry cheesecake I have been enjoying a coconut shell for a few desserts. It’s such a delectable alternative to low carb flour crusts and gives a chewy texture too. When I came across the rare occurrence of key lime in the supermarket the combination of coconut and cheesecake called me like a siren.

Keto Key Lime Cheesecake

This key lime cheesecake is surprisingly light, yet creamy. It may have been how I whisked the filling but even a friend who is not keen on sweet desserts enjoyed a piece. I had to give the cheesecake away since the Chief Taster was away and once I tasted a slice I knew that I could not be trusted alone with the key lime cheesecake. I would have eaten it for breakfast, lunch and dinner.

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For the filling I only used a quarter of a cup, purely as I wanted the tartness of the key lime flavour to come through as a contrast to the coconut. I would recommend you taste test the filling, so you can adjust for your own sweet tooth. Call it a great excuse to enjoy a couple of large spoons of the filling.

I was cruel and sent the Chief Taster photos of this whilst he was away, so I will have to make this key lime cheesecake again when he returns. It is also a great excuse to have another piece as the memory of that creamy filling against the cheesecake still lingers with me.

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Key Lime Cheesecake

Angela Coleby

A key lime cheesecake that is set in a coconut crust makes a luscious dessert.

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Prep Time 20 minutes mins

Cook Time 25 minutes mins

Chilling time 4 hours hrs

Total Time 45 minutes mins

Ingredients

CRUST

  • 3 cups Desiccated coconut unsweetened
  • ¼ cup Erythritol low carb sweetener
  • 2 Egg whites
  • ¼ cup Butter, melted unsalted
  • 1 teaspoon Coconut oil

FILLING

  • 8 oz Cream cheese softened
  • ¼ cup Erythritol low carb sweetener
  • 2 cups Cream - heavy/whipping
  • ¼ cup Key Lime Juice (or just lime juice)
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract

Instructions

COCONUT CRUST

  • Brush the inside of a pie dish with coconut oil.

  • Preheat the oven to 180C/350F degrees.

  • Mix the desiccated coconut, melted butter, egg whites and sweetener together until combined

  • Spoon the mixture into the pie dish and with clean wet hands, press the coconut mixture around the sides and bottom until the dish is covered.

  • Bake for 20 to 25 minutes until slightly golden and firm.

  • Remove from the oven and allow to cool.

FILLING

  • In a bowl beat the cream cheese with a whisk until soft. (Or by hand with a spoon and a strong arm!).

  • Add the sweetener, lime juice and vanilla and whisk away until blended.

  • In another bowl whip the cream into stiff peaks, then fold into the cream cheese mixture.

  • Spoon the filling into the coconut case and place in the fridge to chill for at least 4 hours or overnight.

  • Decorate with cream and lime slices (optional)

Notes

Serves 10 slices:

Nutritional Info per slice: 316 calories, 32g Fat, 4g Protein, 6g Total Carb, 3g Fibre, 3g Net Carbs

Any nutritional analysis on the website is based on an estimate, calculated byhttp://nutritiondata.self.comfrom the individual ingredients in each recipe. Variations may occur for various reasons, including product availability and food preparation. We make no representation or warranty of the accuracy of this information.

Nutrition

Serving: 1SliceCalories: 316kcalCarbohydrates: 6gProtein: 4gFat: 32gFiber: 3g

The information shown is an estimate provided by an online nutrition calculator.

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    • Angela Coleby

      I used granulated sweetener but powdered will work fine too.

      Reply

  1. Brigitte

    Can this cheesecake be frozen to serve later?...

    Reply

    • Angela Coleby

      They can! I kinda like them semi frozen too...almost like an ice cream cake.

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      • Brigitte

        Thank you! I'll give it a try!

        Reply

  2. Kat Rogers

    OOOH, I got Key Limes today SO I'm Finally Going To Make THIS! While I forgot to get whipping cream, I WILLspare MY Already HIGH Cholesterol AND Use Some Fat Free Greek Yogurt to make The Neufchatel Creamier! I hope that the coconut crust is on the Chewy/Chewier Side... I'M SO EXCITED!

    THANK YOU SO MUCH FOR ALL OF YOUR AMAZING RECIPES!

    {If I remember correctly, Your Profile Is Updated AND You've Gotten Additional 4~Legged Babies?!} I'm the HAPPY and proud Mom of 4 Kitty~Kids... never did have any 2~legged kids!

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    • Angela Coleby

      I hope you enjoy it! Yes, I now have 6 furry babies! 3 dogs, 3 cats. I am now banned from visiting any more animal shelters! Lucky you having 4 kitties! They are a constant source of delight.

      Reply

  3. Kat Rogers

    Have you ever thought about using Coconut Cream to cut the fat content? I saw a recipe for Whipped Cream Using the Coconut Cream. I've Never tasted it, so perhaps it might be Too Much Coconut?

    Reply

    • Angela Coleby

      There's no such thing as too much coconut in my book! ha ha!

      Reply

      • Kat Rogers

        THAT & CHOCOLATE... AND TOGETHER~ OOOH WOOOW!!??

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        • Angela Coleby

          True!

          Reply

  4. Emilie

    Hi !
    I'd love to make this recipe which looks delicious but I have one question: if you say that 3 cups of desiccated coconut =180g, which means that 1 cup = 60G, how come that 1/4 cup of butter = 60g too?! I'm European, I use grams and need to understand this in order to not fail this recipe! 😉 Thanks 🙂 Emilie

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    • Angela Coleby

      Hi, the cups to grams vary because of the different density of the ingredients.

      Reply

      • Emilie

        OK, thank you for your quick reply! Will try it next wkd for hubby's birthday 😉 Emilie

        Reply

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FAQs

How many carbs are in a keto cheesecake? ›

This keto cheesecake recipe has only 2.9g total carbs per serving. This does not include the easy berry sauce or any other toppings or additions.

Does cheesecake factory make keto cheesecake? ›

What about dessert? Unfortunately, all of the desserts at The Cheesecake Factory are too high in carbs for a low carb or keto diet, including the “low-licious” cheesecake. While lower in carbs than the standard cheesecake, it still contains 37 grams of total carbs (30 grams of net carbs) per serving.

What is low licious cheesecake? ›

Low-Licious Cheesecake

Low Carb, No Sugar Added and Gluten Free Cheesecake – Too Good to be True!

What can I substitute for sugar in cheesecake? ›

What alternative can I use to replace sugar in a cake? Erythritol and xylitol are your best options among artificial sweeteners. Monk fruit is another option. Stevia has a nasty aftertaste so I would not recommend baking with it.

Can I eat unlimited cheese on keto? ›

(Just remember: Cheese isn't “unlimited” in a keto diet, as it still contains calories and carbs; it's also high in saturated fat, which is a less heart-healthy option than unsaturated fats, per the American Heart Association.)

Why does cheesecake have so many carbs? ›

It shouldn't come as a surprise that traditional cheesecake is high in calories, fat, and carbohydrates. After all, its main ingredients are cheese, eggs, and sugar.

How many carbs are in no bake cheesecake? ›

No Bake Cheesecake
  • Calories 271.
  • Total Fat 13g 17%
  • Saturated Fat 6.6g 33%
  • Polyunsaturated Fat 0.8g.
  • Monounsaturated Fat 4.5g.
  • Cholesterol 29mg 10%
  • Sodium 376mg 16%
  • Total Carbohydrates 35g 13%

What sweetener is in Cheesecake Factory low carb cheesecake? ›

Nutrition Facts for Cheesecake Factory Low Carb Cheesecake w/ Strawberries Sweetened w/ Splenda • MyFoodDiary®

What is a Biltmore cheesecake? ›

Biltmore Cheesecake, Vanilla Bean. Product details Creamy vanilla cheesecake in a golden graham crust. A legacy of taste and hospitality since 1895. Made with imported Madagascar vanilla beans.

What is the difference between New York cheesecake and classic cheesecake? ›

A New York Cheesecake is the larger, richer and more indulgent cousin of the traditional cheesecake. We all know how American's like things bigger and better in the USA and cheesecakes are no exception (not that we're complaining).

Is Bake or no bake cheesecake better? ›

To be honest, neither cheesecake is better than the other one. They both are great in their own way. It all narrows down to your personal preferences. If you enjoy dense and velvety cake, a baked cheesecake is the one for you.

Do you count carbs from cheese on keto? ›

Cheese tends to be low in carbs but high in fat, making it a good choice for keto diets. For example, 100 g of cheddar cheese has 2.44 g of carbs and 34 g of fat.

How many carbs are in cream cheese keto? ›

Cream cheese: Cream cheese is very popular in the keto diet. At only 84 calories per 1 ounce serving, it has 1 gram of carbs and 2 grams of protein but packs 8 grams of fat per serving.

How many carbs are in keto cream? ›

With only 1.75 grams of carbs per 1/4 cup (59 mL), both heavy and whipping cream can be considered keto-friendly ( 3 , 4 ).

How many carbs are in cheesecake without crust? ›

Calories in Crustless Cheesecake
Calories303.1
Sodium215.7 mg
Potassium167.1 mg
Total Carbohydrate29.7 g
Dietary Fiber0.0 g
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