Ingredients :
• DoughMaple syrup2 tablespoons
• Melted coconut oil1/3 cup
• SaltA pinch
• Vegan graham cracker crumbs1 1/2 cups
• IngredientsAgar agar powder1/2 teaspoon
• Cane sugar2 tablespoons
• Salt1/2 teaspoon
• DecorationCherry tomatoesto taste
• Fresh basil leavesto taste
• FillingCelery, roughly chopped1/2 cup
• Coconut cream or vegan yogurt1/2 cup
• Coconut oil, melted1/4 cup
• Fresh basil leaves1 or 2 handfuls
• Lemon juice1/4 cup
• Maple syrup1/2 cup
• SaltA pinch
• Vanilla extract1 teaspoon
• Vegan cream cheese, softened2 packages (16 oz)
• Zest of lemon1
Preparation :
• Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9-inch springform cheesecake pan.
• Make the Crust:
• Combine graham cracker crumbs, melted coconut oil, maple syrup, and a pinch of salt in a bowl.
• Press the mixture into the bottom of the prepared cheesecake pan, creating an even crust.
• Bake for 5 minutes, then let it cool while you prepare the filling.
• Prepare the Filling:
• In a large food processor bowl, beat the vegan cream cheese until smooth and creamy.
• Add coconut cream, celery, basil, maple syrup, melted coconut oil, lemon juice, vanilla extract, lemon zest, and a pinch of salt.
• Process until well combined, smooth, and creamy.
• Add the cream cheese mixture into the prepared pan and bake at 350°F (175°C) for around 45-50 minutes. Depending on the vegan cheese, the cake might be very liquid still, but gently get it out anyways. Let it cool down, then transfer it to your fridge and let it set for at least 6 hours, best overnight.
• The next day, make the Tomato Topping:
• Combine Passata, cane sugar, salt, and agar powder in a saucepan.
• Bring to a boil, stirring continuously to dissolve the agar agar.
• Simmer for 3-4 minutes until the mixture thickens slightly.
• Allow the topping to slightly cool, then pour it onto the hardened and set cheesecake.
• Transfer to the fridge once more to let the tomato glaze set. It takes around 3-4 hours. Gently tap the glaze with a clean finger to feel if it is set before serving.
• Once set, carefully remove the cheesecake from the springform pan.
• Decorate with cherry tomatoes and fresh basil leaves, serve, and enjoy!