Celebrate the flavors of fall with this Pumpkin Spice Vegan Cheesecake, featuring a rich and creamy filling infused with classic autumn spices and a crunchy cookie crust that complements the smoothness of the cashew-based cheese layer.
Ingredients:
For the Crunchy Cookie Crust:
- 5.6 oz (160g) vegan cookies (Oreo-style or bourbon)
- 1 tbsp instant coffee granules (optional for a coffee twist)
- ¼ tsp sea salt
- 1.75 oz (50g) vegan butter
For the Creamy Pumpkin Spice Filling:
- 1 ½ cups (200g) cashews, soaked (see notes for quick soak)
- 10.5 oz (300g) vegan cream cheese
- ⅔ cup (150g) pumpkin puree (ensure it's pure pumpkin, not pie filling)
- ½ cup (118ml) pure maple syrup
- ¼ cup (60g) vegan Greek-style yogurt, or alternative non-dairy yogurt
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 1 tbsp vanilla extract
- ¼ cup (50g) coconut oil, solid
- 1 tbsp ground cinnamon
- ½ tsp ground ginger
- ½ tsp nutmeg
- ¼ tsp ground cloves
For the Optional Topping:
- Vegan whipped cream
- Vegan caramel sauce
- 2.1 oz (60g) crushed Oreo or Oreo-style cookies
Instructions:
- Start by preparing your cashews: soak for 4 hours or quick-soak in boiling water for 1 hour.
- Line a 7" or 8" cake tin with parchment paper.
- For the crust, blitz vegan cookies with coffee granules and salt, then mix with melted vegan butter. Press into the bottom of the cake tin and chill.
- For the filling, blend soaked cashews, vegan cream cheese, pumpkin puree, maple syrup, vegan yogurt, lemon juice, vanilla extract, coconut oil, and spices until smooth.
- Pour the filling over the crust and refrigerate for at least 5 hours or overnight to set.
- Once set, release the cheesecake from the tin. Optionally, top with vegan whipped cream, a drizzle of caramel sauce, and a sprinkle of crushed cookies just before serving.
This Pumpkin Spice Vegan Cheesecake merges the comfort of pumpkin with the indulgence of a dessert, making it a perfect addition to your fall table. Share this creamy delight with friends and family, and don't forget to bookmark our site for more vegan recipes that are as heartwarming as they are delectable. Enjoy this autumnal treat and let it inspire your festive gatherings!
