Experience the essence of tropical paradise with these Mango Bliss Cheesecake Bars. This no-bake vegan dessert features a delightful nutty base, a creamy mango-infused filling, and a fruit-packed topping that captures the exotic flavors of mango and passionfruit. The filling, made from cashews and dairy-free yogurt, offers a velvety smooth texture that melts in your mouth. These bars are not only a treat for the palate but also a feast for the eyes, making them the perfect addition to any gathering or a special treat for yourself.
Why You'll Love It:
- Exotic Flavors: Rich in tropical mango and tangy passionfruit.
- Creamy Cashew Filling: Offers a luxuriously smooth and rich texture.
- No-Bake Ease: Simple to prepare without an oven.
- Vegan-Friendly: Made with plant-based ingredients.
- Party Perfect: Ideal for impressing guests at any event.
Ingredients:
For the Base:
- 1 cup (160g) nuts (almonds, hazelnuts, etc.)
- ½ cup (100g) pitted dates, soaked
For the Creamy Mango Filling:
- 2 cups (260g) raw cashews, soaked
- 150g mango chunks
- ¾ cup (170g) dairy-free yogurt
- ⅓ cup (115g) maple syrup
- ⅓ cup (75g) melted cacao butter or vegan white chocolate
- ¼ cup (60g) citrus juice or passionfruit pulp
- 1 tsp vanilla extract (optional)
- A pinch of salt
For the Fruity Topping:
- 200g mango chunks
- 1 ½ tbsp (14g) cornstarch
- ~¼ cup (65g) passionfruit pulp
- 2 tbsp (30g) citrus juice (optional)
Instructions:
- Line an 8-inch pan with parchment paper.
- Process nuts into crumbs, then add soaked dates and blend to combine. Press into the pan.
- For the filling, blend soaked cashews, mango, yogurt, maple syrup, cacao butter, citrus juice, vanilla, and salt until smooth. Pour over base.
- Chill for 4 hours to set.
- For the topping, puree mango and cook with passionfruit and cornstarch until thickened. Spread over set cheesecake.
- Chill for an additional 30 minutes.
- Cut into bars and serve.
Enjoy the burst of tropical flavors in these Mango Bliss Cheesecake Bars, a vegan treat that's sure to delight your taste buds!