**Lemon Tofu Cheesecake: A Unique and Refreshing Treat**
Indulge in the delightful paradox of lemon tofu cheesecake, a culinary masterpiece that harmonizes the tangy brightness of lemon with the creamy richness of tofu. This innovative dessert not only offers a delectable taste experience but also caters to various dietary preferences, making it a guilt-free pleasure for vegans, gluten-free enthusiasts, and health-conscious individuals. Discover the secrets behind this extraordinary cheesecake, along with variations such as a no-bake version and a zesty key lime interpretation. Embark on a delectable journey where citrusy flavors dance upon a nuage of creamy tofu, resulting in a symphony of textures and flavors that will leave your taste buds enchanted.
TOFU CHEESECAKE RECIPE: SINFULLY DELICIOUS AND VEGAN!
Provided by Meredith James
Time 1h30m
Yield one
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- While preparing a 9-inch baking tray, preheat your oven to 350°F.
- Use a tofu press to press and drain your extra firm tofu.
- Crumble the pressed tofu into small pieces in a large mixing bowl.
- Mix the tofu with sugar, vanilla extract, salt, vegetable oil, and freshly squeezed lemon juice.
- Move everything over into a food processor and blend everything well.
- Place your Graham cracker crumbs in the bottom of the baking tray to form the layer of crust.
- Pour the blended vegan cheesecake mixture into the baking tray and allow it to settle.
- Smooth out the top layer of the mixture with a spatula or spoon.
- Place the cheesecake into the centre of your preheated oven and leave it to bake for a minimum of 20 min.
- When the top is beginning to brown, remove the baked vegan cheesecake and allow to cool in the refrigerator.
- Once the cheesecake is chilled, it's time to serve it to your hungry friends and family!
Nutrition Facts : ServingSize one 9-inch cheesecake
TOFU CHEESECAKE
OK, I'm vegetarian, but I do occasionally eat dairy & eggs. And I just love cheesecake! In fact, I posted an "ovo-lacto" cheesecake recipe (New York Style Sour-Cream-Topped Cheesecake, Recipe #313572). But when the nutrition wizards at RecipeZaar did their calorie/fat count, I fell on the floor! So, here's a vegan variety, made with tofu. It's even sugar free! (I use maple syrup as the sweetener and it comes out really yummy.) The tahini adds a bit of a bitter, "cheesy" tang--you can cut down on the tahini or omit it altogether, if you don't like the taste. I can't wait to see how this compares in the fat/calorie count to that other recipe! (This recipe is adapted from "The Tofu Cookbook" by John Paino and Lisa Messinger.)
Provided by Veggie Girl NYC
Categories Cheesecake
Time 50m
Yield 1 cheesecake, 6-8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Bake pie crust in oven according to package directions. (I used a whole wheat pie crust, to very good results!).
- To make filling, crumble tofu into blender. Add all remaining ingredients except Fruit Topping; blend well.
- Pour tofu mixture into prepared pie crust, and bake at 350 F for 35-40 minutes.
- Cool first, then add your favorite fruit topping if desired.
Tips:
- To achieve a smooth and creamy texture, blend the tofu until it is completely smooth before adding the other ingredients.
- If you don't have a high-powered blender, you can also mash the tofu with a fork until it is smooth.
- For a tangy cheesecake, use fresh lemon juice. For a sweeter cheesecake, use lemon curd or lemon extract.
- Be sure to chill the cheesecake for at least 4 hours before serving, or overnight for the best results.
- To make a vegan cheesecake, use vegan cream cheese and vegan butter.
Conclusion:
With its creamy texture, tangy lemon flavor, and gluten-free crust, this Lemon Tofu Cheesecake is a delicious and refreshing dessert that is perfect for any occasion. It is also a great way to use up leftover tofu. Give it a try and see for yourself how delicious tofu cheesecake can be!
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