Cheese can be quite addictive and if you’re dairy intolerant or vegan, you surely know the familiar cheese cravings that catch you every now and again – especially when you think about a cheesecake! Well we don’t want you to feel deprived, so we decided to do the legwork for you and find some simple vegan cheesecake recipes that taste exactly like the real deal and you can enjoy them in abundance! Bon appetit!
1. Baked Crust Cheesecake
You’ll be dreaming about this crust. And the filling. The whole thing, really! If your mouth is already watering just by looking at the picture, don’t waste any more moments! Visit An Ode to Mung Beans and snatch the recipe for this godly cheesecake!
2. Tiny Cheesecakes
Minimalist Baker created these cute little cheesecake bites that are absolutely genius if you are hosting a dinner party! Your guests will go bonkers over this desert! Make sure you have a secret stash hidden away just for you, because let’s face it, you’ll want to indulge even after the guests have gone! Treat yo’ self!
3. Baked Cheesecake
A baked cheesecake has a special flavor to it and if you’ve decided to ditch dairy, you don’t need to ditch the baked goods as well! Vegan Richa has a fantastic recipe for this cheesecake that embodies everything that is good and holy on this planet. Your taste buds will cry with joy, we promise.
4. Oreo Cheesecake
We have yet to meet a person who isn’t obsessed with Oreos! They are totally vegan and therefore perfect for including into a dairy-free cheesecake! This Oreo explosion is something you will want to eat every single day for the rest of your life! Who do we have to talk to, to make this happen? (Hint: it’s Namely Marly)!
5. Pumpkin Cheesecake
Pumpkin season is not over yet! Make the best of it by making a pumpkin cheesecake, among all of the other pumpkin desserts you’re surely making! This one is especially great because it’s comfort food for when you need some cheesy feelings, but captures the spirit of fall at the same time! You can thank Lands and Flavors for the recipe!
6. Almond & Caramel Cheesecake
Another great twist on a classical cheesecake: cut it into square bites! The combination of almonds and caramel will absolutely enchant you and make you dream of Christmas. It’s the perfect dessert if you’re still mourning for Halloween; get the recipe at Cocoon Cooks and open the doors for the new holiday season!
7. Mango & Ginger Cheesecake
As the weather gets colder, it’s important to pay special attention to our health. If only there was a dessert that would look out for your health while still satisfying your cravings. Bingo! Lazy Cat Kitchen has a recipe for a cheesecake that works both as a vitamin bomb and comfort food!
8. Lemon & Blueberry Cheesecake
Surprise your gluten intolerant friend with this tasty cheesecake and make their day! We’ll bet you anything that this one tastes even better than it looks! Try out the recipe we found at Gluten Free Vegan Pantry and let us know!
9. Lime & Vanilla Cheesecake
Snow white perfection. Sometimes the cake itself is so good, it doesn’t even need toppings. Do yourself a favor and treat yourself to this simple, yet rich in taste, cheesecake! You will find the recipe at Quite Good Food!
10. Chocolate Chip Cheesecake
Fact: you cannot go wrong with anything chocolate chip. When in doubt, they are your friend. If you are still on the fence about vegan cheesecakes, this is the one that will finally get you over to the dark side! Visit Emilie Eats and be blown away!
11. Carrot Cheesecake
Carrot cakes are a phenomenon and this idea by Food Faith Fitness is no exception. You won’t feel an ounce of guilt indulging into this one – that, we can assure you! Afterwards, you can brag about living the healthiest lifestyle, because you just had carrots and nuts for lunch (And dinner. And breakfast).
12. Raspberry Cheesecake
Do you love raspberries? Then you can’t pass up this cheesecake! It will make the raspberry lovers feel like they have just entered through the gates of heaven. Can you tell yet that we treat cheesecakes as a spiritual experience?! Go to Quite Good Food and you might soon too!
13. Passion Fruit Cheesecake
It looks like art, it tastes like art. Put your creativity to the test and make a colorful cheesecake, decorated by all the various patterns your creative mind will come up with! Once it’s done, don’t forget to make a hundred pictures of it – no filter needed for this perfection! Happy Health Blog shares the recipe!
14. Lilac Cheesecake
Some cheesecakes look downright dreamy and this one, by Unconventional Baker, is one of them. The colors itself have a calming effect, so go with this cheesecake whenever you feel the need to wind down after a stressful day at work!
15. Strawberry Cheesecake
This is the recipe you need to try if you love yourself some flashy cakes! The cake itself is tasty no doubt, but it’s the decoration that really brings it home. Don’t be afraid to experiment and add some florals! Just look at what an amazing job Lazy Cat Kitchen did with it!