Keto Chocolate Chip Cheesecake Bars

Keto Chocolate Chip Cheesecake Bars

Ingredients:

For the Crust:

• 2 cups almond flour
• 1/2 cup melted butter
• 1/4 cup granulated erythritol
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

For the Cheesecake Filling:

• 16 oz cream cheese, softened
• 2 large eggs
• 1/2 cup granulated erythritol
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1/2 cup sugar-free chocolate chips

Instructions:

1. Preheat the Oven:
   Preheat the oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit (175 degrees Celsius) and line a baking dish with parchment paper.
2. Make the Crust:
   In a bowl, combine almond flour, melted butter, erythritol, and vanilla extract. To make the crust, press the ingredients evenly into the bottom of the prepared baking dish.
3. Bake the Crust:
   Bake the crust in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes or until it’s golden brown. Allow them cool in the oven while you prepare the cheesecake filling.
4. Prepare the Cheesecake Filling:
   In a large mixing bowl, smooth out the softened cream cheese. Add the eggs, erythritol, and vanilla extract. Mix until well combined.
5. Add Chocolate Chips:
   Fold in the sugar-free chocolate chips into the cheesecake batter, ensuring they are evenly distributed.
6. Layer the Cheesecake Filling:
   Pour the cheesecake filling over the cooled crust, spreading it out evenly.
7. Bake the Cheesecake Bars:
   Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the edges are set and the centre is slightly jiggly, in a preheated oven.
8. Cool and Refrigerate:
   Allow the cheesecake bars to cool completely at room temperature, then refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight to firm up.
9. Cut into Bars:
   Once fully chilled, lift the cheesecake out of the baking dish using the parchment paper overhang. Cut into bars of your desired size.

Nutrition Information:

Please keep in mind that the values listed below are estimates and may vary depending on the individual ingredients utilised.

• Serving Size: 1 bar
• Calories: 220
• Total Fat: 20g
• Saturated Fat: 10g
• Trans Fat: 0g
• Cholesterol: 65mg
• Sodium: 150mg
• Total Carbohydrates: 5g
• Dietary Fiber: 2g
• Sugars: 1g
• Protein: 6g

Prep Time: 15 minutes

Cook Time: 40 minutes

Total Time: 55 minutes

These Keto Chocolate Chip Cheesecake Bars are a delightful treat for those following a low-carb or ketogenic diet. Enjoy the rich and creamy texture with the added sweetness of sugar-free chocolate chips!