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Chai Spiced Cheesecake

A creamy cashew cheesecake with a warm chai flavor from the addition of cinnamon, cardamom, and ginger.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 10 slices

Ingredients
  

  • 1.5 cups almonds
  • 1 cup Medjool dates pitted
  • 2 cups cashews soaked
  • 0.5 cup maple syrup
  • 0.33 cup coconut oil melted
  • 1 tsp cinnamon
  • 0.5 tsp cardamom
  • 0.5 tsp ginger

Method
 

  1. Blend the almonds and dates into a crust and press into a pan.
  2. Blend the cashews, maple syrup, coconut oil, and all the spices until smooth.
  3. Pour the spiced filling over the crust.
  4. Smooth the top and tap out air bubbles.
  5. Freeze for at least 4 hours until set.
  6. Thaw 15 minutes and dust with cinnamon before serving.

Notes

Brew a strong chai tea bag into the coconut oil for an even deeper flavor.