Name: Hazelnut Mocha Cheesecake Bars (Keto-Friendly)
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 40 min
Total time: 1 h
Yield: 6
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 1 1/2 cups hazelnut flour; 1/4 cup cocoa powder; 1/4 cup monk fruit sweetener; 1/3 cup melted butter; 1 tsp vanilla extract; 16 oz cream cheese, softened; 1/2 cup monk fruit sweetener; 2 large eggs; 1 tsp vanilla extract; 2 tbsp strong brewed coffee or espresso, cooled; 1 cup heavy cream; 2 tbsp unsweetened cocoa powder; 2 tbsp monk fruit sweetener; 1 tsp instant coffee powder; 1/2 cup butter; 1/2 cup heavy cream; 1/4 cup monk fruit sweetener (brown sugar substitute if available); 1/2 tsp vanilla extract; A pinch of salt

Hazelnut Mocha Cheesecake Bars (Keto-Friendly)

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Servings

Prep Time

20 minutes

Cook Time

40 minutes

Author:

Justin Marsh

Indulge in the rich and decadent flavors of these Hazelnut Mocha Cheesecake Bars, a perfect keto-friendly dessert. Each layer of this exquisite treat offers a unique texture and taste, starting from the nutty, crunchy hazelnut crust to the smooth, creamy cheesecake, and topped with a light, fluffy mocha-infused whipped cream. Sweetened with monk fruit, this dessert is not only delicious but also a healthier alternative for those following a ketogenic lifestyle.

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Ingredients

For the Hazelnut Crust:

1 1/2 cups hazelnut flour
1/4 cup cocoa powder
1/4 cup monk fruit sweetener
1/3 cup melted butter
1 tsp vanilla extract

For the Cheesecake Layer:

16 oz cream cheese, softened
1/2 cup monk fruit sweetener
2 large eggs
1 tsp vanilla extract
2 tbsp strong brewed coffee or espresso, cooled

For the Mocha Whipped Cream:

1 cup heavy cream
2 tbsp unsweetened cocoa powder
2 tbsp monk fruit sweetener
1 tsp instant coffee powder

For the Keto Caramel Sauce:

1/2 cup butter
1/2 cup heavy cream
1/4 cup monk fruit sweetener (brown sugar substitute if available)
1/2 tsp vanilla extract
A pinch of salt

Directions

Prepare the Crust: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Combine hazelnut flour, cocoa powder, monk fruit sweetener, melted butter, and vanilla extract. Press into a lined 8x8 inch baking pan and bake for 10 minutes. Let cool.
Make the Cheesecake Layer: Beat cream cheese and monk fruit sweetener until smooth. Add eggs one at a time, then vanilla extract and coffee. Pour over the crust.
Create the Mocha Layer: Whip heavy cream, cocoa powder, monk fruit sweetener, and instant coffee until stiff peaks form. Spread over the cheesecake layer.
Bake: Cook in the preheated oven for 35-40 minutes. Cool completely, then refrigerate for at least 4 hours.
Prepare the Keto Caramel Sauce: Melt butter, add heavy cream and monk fruit sweetener. Simmer until thickened. Remove from heat, add vanilla and salt. Cool.
Serve: Drizzle caramel sauce over the bars before serving.

Recipe Note

Enjoy these Hazelnut Mocha Cheesecake Bars as a luxurious treat that satisfies your sweet tooth without straying from your keto goals!