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Mini Pumpkin Cheesecake Jack-O’-Lanterns

Mini Pumpkin Cheesecake Jack-O’-Lanterns You’ll Love This Fall

These Mini Pumpkin Cheesecake Jack-O’-Lanterns are a delicious vegan treat perfect for fall celebrations.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Refrigeration Time 6 hours
Total Time 6 hours 50 minutes
Servings: 12 mini cheesecakes
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: Vegan
Calories: 120

Ingredients
  

For the Cheesecake
  • 3 tablespoons Flax Meal Can be substituted with chia seeds mixed in water.
  • 1 cup Warm Water No substitutions necessary.
  • 1 cup Roasted Cashews Soaked raw cashews can be used.
  • 1 cup Pumpkin Purée Fresh pumpkin is a great alternative.
  • 1/3 cup Coconut Sugar Brown sugar can be a suitable substitute.
  • 1/2 cup Unsweetened Vanilla Almond Milk Any non-dairy milk is an option.
  • 1/4 cup Maple Syrup Honey can be used for non-vegan variations.
  • 1/4 cup Coconut Oil Pureed avocado can be a lower-fat substitute.
  • 1 teaspoon Pumpkin Pie Spice Individual spices like cinnamon and nutmeg can also work.
  • 1/4 teaspoon Salt No substitutions necessary.
  • 1/2 cup Coconut Flour Almond flour can serve as an alternative.
  • 2 tablespoons Unsweetened Cocoa Powder Can be omitted if desired.
For the Decoration
  • 1/2 cup Dark Chocolate Ensure it's vegan chocolate.
  • 8 sprigs Mint Sprigs Can substitute with fresh herbs or edible flowers.

Equipment

  • high-speed blender
  • mini muffin tin
  • mixing bowl
  • Whisk
  • piping bag

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). In a small bowl, whisk together the flax meal and warm water until well combined. Allow to sit in the refrigerator for about 10 minutes.
  2. In a high-speed blender, add soaked cashews, pumpkin purée, unsweetened vanilla almond milk, maple syrup, coconut oil, pumpkin pie spice, coconut sugar, and a pinch of salt. Blend until smooth and creamy.
  3. In a mixing bowl, beat the coconut oil and maple syrup together. Gradually add coconut flour and unsweetened cocoa powder, mixing until dough comes together.
  4. Grease a mini muffin tin lightly. Divide the crust mixture among the cups, pressing down firmly to create a flat base. Bake for about 5 minutes until set.
  5. Remove crusts from the oven and cool briefly. Fill each crust with pumpkin cheesecake mixture, leveling the tops with a spatula.
  6. Return filled tin to the oven and bake for 11-12 minutes, until edges are set and centers jiggle slightly. Cool completely at room temperature.
  7. Transfer the mini cheesecakes to the refrigerator and chill for at least 6 hours, preferably overnight.
  8. Melt dark chocolate and drizzle over cooled cheesecakes to create jack-o’-lantern faces. Top with fresh mint sprigs.

Nutrition

Serving: 1mini cheesecakeCalories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 2gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gSodium: 50mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 2gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 1500IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Soak cashews overnight for smooth texture. Watch baking time carefully to avoid density. The crust surface should be smooth for even filling and decorating.

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