Lotus Cheesecake: A Light and Decadent Vegetarian Delight

This Lotus Cheesecake is a vegetarian's dream, combining a crunchy sugar-free biscuit base with a rich and creamy filling. Made with a blend of light dairy products and sweetened with a choice of erythritol, stevia, or sugar, this cheesecake offers indulgence without the guilt, boasting only 233 calories per slice.

Why You’ll Love This: With its lower calorie count and delightful flavor, this cheesecake is perfect for those who are health-conscious but still crave a decadent dessert. The combination of quark or light ricotta, cream cheese, and Greek yogurt creates a creamy texture that's both satisfying and light.

Perfect Occasion: This cheesecake is ideal for celebrations, dinner parties, or as a special treat that doesn't compromise your dietary preferences. It's also great for gatherings where you want to provide a healthier dessert option that still feels indulgent.

Decoration Tips: Top the cooled cheesecake with a drizzle of caramel-flavored sweetener for an extra touch of elegance and sweetness. Garnish with a sprinkle of crushed Lotus biscuits or a few twists of lemon zest to enhance the flavor and add a burst of color.

• Ingredients:
  • For the base:
    • 180g sugar-free biscuits or shortbread
    • 60g melted coconut oil
  • For the filling:
    • 190g low-fat quark or light ricotta
    • 150g cream cheese
    • 100g Greek yogurt
    • 50g erythritol/stevia or 80g sugar
    • 6g cornstarch
    • Caramel-flavored sweetener to taste
• Instructions:
  1. Begin by finely crushing the biscuits and mixing them with the melted coconut oil. Line an 18cm springform pan with parchment paper, press the biscuit mixture into the bottom, and up the sides using a spoon. Refrigerate while you prepare the filling.
  2. In a bowl, combine the Greek yogurt, quark or light ricotta, cream cheese, sweetener, and sifted cornstarch. Mix until smooth and well combined.
  3. Pour the filling over the chilled biscuit base. Cover the top with aluminum foil to prevent browning.
  4. Bake in a preheated oven at 180°C for about 40-45 minutes. The cheesecake should be set but still slightly wobbly in the center.
  5. Remove from the oven, let it cool at room temperature, then refrigerate for at least 7 hours or overnight to set completely.
  6. Before serving, decorate with caramel-flavored sweetener and any additional toppings if desired.

Enjoy this scrumptious Lotus Cheesecake, a perfect blend of light ingredients and indulgent flavors that make it a must-try for any dessert lover!