Description

These sophisticated low-carb treats combine a spiced almond flour base with a velvety cream cheese frosting to recreate the classic New York cheesecake experience. Using scientific flavor layering, this recipe delivers a rich, tangy dessert that perfectly fits a ketogenic lifestyle without sacrificing texture.

Ingredients

2 cups Almond Flour
1/2 cup Brown Sugar Replacement
1 teaspoon Ground Cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon Baking Soda
1/4 teaspoon Salt
1 large Egg
1/4 cup Melted Butter
1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract
8 ounces Cream Cheese, softened
2 tablespoons Butter, softened
1/2 cup Powdered Sweetener
2 tablespoons Heavy Whipping Cream
1/2 teaspoon Vanilla Extract

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Instructions

Preheat your oven to 325ºF (163ºC) and line a large baking sheet with a silicone mat.
In a large bowl, whisk together the almond flour, brown sweetener, cinnamon, baking soda, and salt until well-combined and aerated.
Add the egg, melted butter, and vanilla extract to the dry ingredients, stirring until a cohesive dough forms.
Roll the dough into 15 uniform balls, approximately 2 inches in diameter, and place them 2-3 inches apart on the baking sheet.
Bake the dough balls for 3 minutes to start the setting process, then remove the pan from the oven.
Using a flat-bottomed glass and a piece of parchment paper, press each ball down to approximately 1/2 inch thickness.
Return the cookies to the oven and bake for an additional 12 to 15 minutes until the edges are barely firm, then let them cool completely on the pan.
For the frosting, beat the softened cream cheese and butter until smooth, then slowly incorporate the powdered sweetener, heavy cream, and vanilla.
Set aside the 15th cookie and crumble it by hand; pipe the frosting onto the remaining 14 cookies in a spiral and finish with the cookie crumbles.

Notes

To ensure a silky-smooth frosting, make sure your cream cheese and butter are at true room temperature before mixing to avoid any graininess. If you prefer a firmer cheesecake layer, chill the assembled cookies in the refrigerator for 30 minutes before serving to help the fats stabilize.

Prep Time: 20 mins
Cook Time: 18 mins
Category: Dessert
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American