Allergens
Eggs, Dairy (Mascarpone Cheese, Heavy Whipping Cream), Tree Nuts (Almond Flour)
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 cups almond flour
- 1/4 cup granulated erythritol
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 8 oz mascarpone cheese, at room temperature
- 1/2 cup granulated erythritol
- Zest and juice of 2 large lemons
- 3 large eggs, at room temperature
- 1/4 cup heavy whipping cream
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- 1 cup mixed berries (fresh or frozen)
- 2 tablespoons granulated erythritol
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9 inch springform pan and set aside.
- In a medium bowl, mix together almond flour and 1/4 cup granulated erythritol. Add melted butter and stir until well combined. Press the mixture into the bottom of the prepared pan.
- In a large bowl, beat mascarpone cheese with 1/2 cup granulated erythritol until smooth. Mix in lemon zest, lemon juice, eggs, heavy whipping cream, and vanilla extract until well combined. Pour the mixture over the crust.
- Bake for 35 40 minutes, or until the center is slightly jiggly but set around the edges. Remove from the oven and let it cool at room temperature.
- In a small saucepan, combine mixed berries, 2 tablespoons granulated erythritol, and lemon zest. Cook over medium heat for 5 7 minutes until the compote thickens slightly. Let it cool to room temperature.
- Once the cheesecake has cooled, spread the berry compote evenly over the top. Chill the cheesecake in the refrigerator for at least 4 hours or overnight.
Chef’s Insight
To enhance the aroma, add a touch of lemon zest when serving.
Notes
For a more vibrant presentation, use a mix of blueberries, raspberries, and strawberries for the compote.