Toasted Coconut Cheesecake Cups

Cheesecake is believed to have originated in ancient Greece and was served to athletes during the first Olympic games.

This is vegetarian and gluten free recipe. Dish can be prepared in 165 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 8.

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Toasted Coconut Cheesecake Cups

Cooking Method: Baking Cuisine: American, Dessert Courses: Dessert Recipe Keys: Gluten Free Vegetarian

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 20 min Cook Time 25 min Rest Time 120 min Total Time 2 hrs 45 mins

Servings: 6 Calories: 2700

Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Ingredients

Servings

• 1.5 cup Graham cracker crumbs
• 4 tablespoon Unsalted butter, melted
• 2 package Cream cheese, softened
• 0.75 cup Granulated sugar
• 0.5 cup Coconut milk
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
• 2 large Eggs
• 0.5 cup Toasted coconut flakes

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 325°F (163°C).
2. In a medium bowl, combine the graham cracker crumbs and melted butter. Mix until the crumbs are evenly coated.
3. Press the crumb mixture into the bottom of each individual cup of a muffin tin, creating a crust.
4. In a large bowl, beat the cream cheese and sugar until smooth.
5. Add the coconut milk and vanilla extract to the cream cheese mixture. Mix until well combined.
6. Add the eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition.
7. Divide the cream cheese mixture evenly among the muffin cups, on top of the crust.
8. Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the cheesecake filling is set.
9. Remove from the oven and let cool in the muffin tin for 10 minutes.
10. Transfer the cheesecake cups to a wire rack to cool completely.
11. Once cooled, refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or until chilled.
12. Before serving, sprinkle each cheesecake cup with toasted coconut flakes.
13. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Servings 6

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 450kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 30g47%

Total Carbohydrate 40g14%

Sugars 30g

Protein 6g12%

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* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.