Vegan Passion Fruit Cheesecake is a bright, tropical, and creamy dessert that’s completely dairy-free, egg-free, and no-bake. The tangy passion fruit topping perfectly complements the rich, silky cashew-based cheesecake layer, all sitting on a crunchy nutty crust. This is the ideal refreshing dessert for summer parties, weekend treats, or when you want to impress your guests with a plant-based masterpiece.
Not only is this cheesecake beautiful and delicious, but it’s also made with wholesome ingredients that are naturally vegan and can be easily adapted to gluten-free diets.
🍰 Vegan Passion Fruit Cheesecake (No-Bake & Refreshing)
Description
A creamy, tangy, no-bake vegan cheesecake bursting with the tropical flavor of passion fruit. Made with a nutty crust, a smooth cashew filling, and a glossy passion fruit jelly topping. Perfect for summer and special occasions.
Ingredients
For the Crust:
For the Cheesecake Filling:
For the Passion Fruit Topping:
Instructions
Prepare the Crust:
- In a food processor, blend almonds and dates until crumbly.
- Add coconut oil and pulse until mixture holds together.
- Press firmly into the base of a springform pan lined with parchment paper.
- Place in the freezer to set.
Make the Cheesecake Filling:
- Drain soaked cashews and blend with coconut cream, maple syrup, lemon juice, vanilla, and melted coconut oil until silky smooth.
- Pour the filling over the crust and smooth the top.
- Freeze for at least 4 hours, or refrigerate overnight.
Prepare the Passion Fruit Topping:
- In a saucepan, combine passion fruit pulp, maple syrup, and agar agar (or cornstarch).
- Bring to a gentle boil and simmer for 2-3 minutes until slightly thickened.
- Allow to cool slightly, then pour over the chilled cheesecake.
Set & Serve:
- Chill the cheesecake in the fridge for another 1-2 hours to fully set the topping.
- Slice and serve cold, optionally garnished with extra passion fruit seeds and mint leaves.
Nutrition Facts
Servings 10
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 320kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 20g31%
- Saturated Fat 8g40%
- Sodium 5mg1%
- Potassium 280mg8%
- Total Carbohydrate 28g10%
- Dietary Fiber 4g16%
- Sugars 16g
- Protein 6g12%
- Calcium 30 mg
- Iron 2 mg
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
Note
- Storage: Keeps well in the refrigerator for up to 4 days or in the freezer for up to 1 month. Thaw before serving.
- Sweetness Adjustment: Adjust maple syrup to taste based on your preferred sweetness level.
- Gluten-Free: Use gluten-free oats or nuts for the base to make this recipe fully gluten-free.
