Carnivore Crustless Cheesecake (Low-Carb, Sugar-Free, Keto-Friendly)
✅ Yield:
One 6–8 inch cheesecake (about 6–8 servings)
Ingredients:
16 oz (450g) cream cheese, softened
2 large eggs
½ cup sour cream
¼ cup heavy cream
2 tbsp butter, melted
½ tsp vanilla extract (optional – skip for strict carnivore)
2–3 tbsp powdered sweetener (optional – allulose or erythritol for keto; skip for carnivore)
Instructions:
1. Preheat Oven
Set your oven to 325°F (163°C).
Lightly grease a 6-inch or 8-inch round cake pan with butter or line it with parchment paper.
2. Mix the Batter
In a mixing bowl, beat the cream cheese with a hand mixer until smooth and lump-free.
Add eggs one at a time, beating after each addition.
Add in sour cream, heavy cream, melted butter, and vanilla extract (if using).
Mix until smooth and fully combined.
Add the sweetener (if using), and mix again until evenly incorporated.
✔ Tip: For an extra silky texture, blend the mixture in a blender or food processor instead of hand mixing.
3. Bake the Cheesecake
Pour the batter into the prepared pan and smooth the top with a spatula.
Bake for 40–50 minutes, or until the edges are set, but the center is slightly jiggly.
Once done, turn off the oven, crack the door, and let the cheesecake cool inside for 30 minutes.
This prevents cracking and helps it finish setting gently.
4. Chill & Serve
After cooling, transfer to the fridge and chill for at least 3–4 hours, or preferably overnight.
Slice and serve cold.
Top with whipped cream (optional: made from heavy cream only, no sweetener) if desired.
Storage:
Keep in the fridge for up to 5 days, covered.
Can be frozen in individual slices for easy grab-and-go desserts.
Nutritional Highlights (Approximate Per Serving):
Without sweetener or vanilla
Calories: ~280
Fat: ~27g
Protein: ~6g
Carbs: ~0–1g (depends on ingredients used)
Q&A:
❓1. Can I make this completely carnivore by removing the sweetener and vanilla?
Yes! To make this a 100% carnivore dessert, simply omit the sweetener and vanilla extract. The cheesecake will still have a rich, tangy flavor from the cream cheese and sour cream. You can add a sprinkle of salt if you want to enhance the natural dairy flavors.
❓2. What if I don’t have a 6- or 8-inch pan?
You can use a loaf pan or ramekins as substitutes! Just be sure to adjust the baking time:
Loaf pan: Bake around the same time but check for doneness after 35 minutes.
Ramekins: Reduce bake time to 25–30 minutes.
Always look for the center to be slightly jiggly with firm edges.