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Mini Key Lime Pie “Cheesecakes”

06/22/2015

Mini Key Lime Pie "Cheesecakes " (dairy free, raw, vegan, paleo) | Fresh Planet Flavor

Sometimes I take recipe requests. 😉 When a friend of mine asked me to create a grain-free version of some key lime white chocolate cookies, I couldn’t resist! But I decided to go in a very different direction to make them mini “cheesecakes” of puréed cashews.

They’re a no-bake treat in addition to being dead simple and grain-free, because who wants to turn the oven on in the summer? Or wait and watch to make sure your baked dessert doesn’t burn? Not me. I love the spoon-it-out-and-freeze strategy when making treats, maybe you do too.

Mini Key Lime Pie "Cheesecakes " (dairy free, raw, vegan, paleo) | Fresh Planet FlavorThese mini key lime pie cheesecakes balance the creaminess of coconut milk with the natural sweetness of cashews, finished with the faintest tart flavor of lime. One note about key limes, while we’re on the topic: they have a slightly different flavor, leaning just a bit toward that of an orange, and are considered less sour than the more commonly available Mexican limes. However, with the addition of the other ingredients in this recipe, regular lime juice and zest will work just as well and be just as delicious. These mini key lime pie cheesecakes look fancy, taste fancy but are so simple to whip up. They’re a healthy dessert choice and take less than 10 minutes to make once the cashews have been soaked. When they’re finished and frozen, I let them soften for about 10 minutes on a plate at room temperature before serving. 

Mini Key Lime Pie "Cheesecakes " (dairy free, raw, vegan, paleo) | Fresh Planet Flavor

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And now, mini key lime pie cheesecakes!

Easy Cashew “Cheesecake”
 
Recipe Type: Dessert
Author: Fresh Planet Flavor
Prep time: 2 hours 10 mins
Total time: 2 hours 10 mins
Serves: 9
These sweetly creamy cashew key lime pie “cheesecakes” are a simple, no-bake, frosty dairy-free treat without refined sugar.
Ingredients
  • 2 cups cashews, divided
  • 1 cup dates
  • 1/3 cup coconut milk
  • 1/3 cup + 1 tbsp coconut oil
  • 3 tbsp maple syrup
  • 1 tbsp lime juice
Instructions
  1. To make the crust: pulse 1 cup of the cashews with the dates and 1 tablespoon of coconut oil into a coarse paste. Divide between 9 cups in a muffin tin, pressing crust firm and flat with your fingers. To make the filling: soak 1 cup of the cashews for 4-6 hours, drain, then purée until smooth with the coconut milk, 1/3 cup of coconut oil, the maple syrup and lime juice. Divide evenly over the crusts. Top with cashews and lime zest if desired, freeze until firm (minimum 1 hour).
  2. To serve, let the cheesecakes stand at room temperature for five minutes, then work a knife around the perimeter until the cheesecakes loosen. Enjoy chilled.
 
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These Mini Key Lime Pie "Cheesecakes" are dairy-free, raw, vegan and paleo... These cuties are perfect for a fresh snack or light dessert. Click to get the recipe or pin for later! Fresh Planet Flavor
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  • Rianna, Bohemian Wanderlust
    06/22/2015

    I absolutely love citrus desserts. So delicious and refreshing, I will certainly be making these! Thank you, rianna xo

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      Rianna, Bohemian Wanderlust
      06/22/2015

      Yes, these are fantastic for summertime. 🙂

      Reply
  • Bethany
    06/22/2015

    Yummy and healthy, the best of both worlds. I think nuts are such a great substitute for dairy products.

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      Bethany
      06/22/2015

      I’m convinced cashews are magical. 😉

      Reply
  • Ashleigh
    06/22/2015

    These look and sound to be amazing! I know my hubby would love them! Thank you for sharing!

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  • Trisha @ The Ham & Cheese Of It
    06/22/2015

    My husband was walking by and said I needed to make what was ever on my screen because it looked so dang delicious! Thanks for sharing, now I have to recreate this! lol

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      Trisha @ The Ham & Cheese Of It
      06/22/2015

      Ha, that’s awesome!

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  • Jackie
    06/22/2015

    Oooh this looks so good, I will definitely be trying this. Perfect for all dietary needs = which means perfect for guests 🙂

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      Jackie
      06/22/2015

      Yep, just make sure no one has a nut allergy… o_o

      Reply
  • Aishwarya S
    06/22/2015

    I cannot resist these cheesecakes! They look so delicious and amazing! 🙂

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      Aishwarya S
      06/22/2015

      I know, such a cool concept. Cashews, who knew?

      Reply
  • Nikki
    06/22/2015

    These look so good! I can’t wait to try them.

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  • Joanie @ ZagLeft
    06/22/2015

    I love key lime recipes and can’t wait to try your version.

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  • Leanne
    06/22/2015

    These look so good and I can not wait to try them!

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  • Gunjan
    06/22/2015

    That looks perfect to satisfy my sweet tooth. 🙂

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  • Leah
    06/22/2015

    These cheesecakes look fantastic! So great for summer!

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  • Miss Angie
    06/22/2015

    Those look delicious! I love anything key lime.

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      Miss Angie
      06/22/2015

      Me too, that perfect pop of sweet in a dessert.

      Reply
  • kristen
    06/22/2015

    Whoa, these look great! Perfect dessert for summer! Thanks for sharing!

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      kristen
      06/22/2015

      Thanks! Yep, frozen treats are so amazing when temps rise…

      Reply
  • Karen M Peterson
    06/22/2015

    These sound really yummy and perfect for the summer!

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      Karen M Peterson
      06/22/2015

      They’re soooo delicious!

      Reply
  • Vanessa
    06/22/2015

    Only 6 ingredients!! That is my kind of recipe. Also Key Lime Pie is one of my favorite things!

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      Vanessa
      06/22/2015

      You should make them and tell me how much they actually taste like key lime pie. I can’t remember the last time I had the real thing!

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      • danica
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        05/14/2016

        I made this, I really liked it but I feel like the amount of coconut oil in it made it too oily

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          danica
          05/16/2016

          Oh, no! Maybe that’s what happens wen they get too melty before eating, did you let them thaw?

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  • Tirralan - Tinseltown Mom
    06/23/2015

    This looks so healthy. I love this version of one of my favorite desserts!

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  • Patricia @ Grab a Plate
    06/23/2015

    These sound sooo good (and look adorable)! Will you take my request for a delivery of about a dozen to my front doorstep? Love them!

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  • Amanda
    06/23/2015

    I never would have thought to combine cashews and dates for the crust. Looks yummy!

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      Amanda
      06/23/2015

      Yep, tasty and simple. 🙂

      Reply
  • Triund Baba
    06/23/2015

    thanks a lot for this easy recipe for Dairy Free Cheese Cake…I’ll try with small sized cake with Cashew Cheese and…sure this gives me a good alternative for regular dairy Cheese 🙂

    Thanks again and Best Wishes,

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  • Fran
    06/23/2015

    Oh my goodness those look super delicious!!!

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  • Ariana
    06/23/2015

    These are so cute! I used to make a lot of sweets with soaked cashews back in my vegan days. I was always amazed by how creamy they can get! While I don’t miss the veganism, I definitely need to get back to making some great cashew treats. Thanks for this fantastic recipe!

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  • Megan Stevens
    06/23/2015

    I had to comment because these look amazing– soo special and yummy!!! Pinned. Great photographs!

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      Megan Stevens
      06/23/2015

      Awww, thank you! I love cute little desserts.

      Reply
  • karen
    06/23/2015

    Never thought lime and cashews would go together but this looks like match made in heaven!

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      karen
      06/23/2015

      They go great! 🙂

      Reply
  • Katie | The Antidote Life
    06/23/2015

    These are right up my alley!!

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  • linda spiker
    06/23/2015

    These look fabulous Rachel and I love the beautiful green lime zest on each cheesecake! I am hungry now. 🙂

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  • Anna @Green Talk
    06/23/2015

    Love key lime pie. These look great. I can’t eat dairy and have made key lime using oat milk. Not the best. Pinning.

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      Anna @Green Talk
      06/23/2015

      Try this! They’re soooooo tasty and easy.

      Reply
  • Tarah @ What I Gather
    06/24/2015

    Have you every cooked something that isn’t beautiful? If you say yes I don’t think I’ll believe you. 🙂

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  • Sylvie | Gourmande in the Kitchen
    06/24/2015

    I love a good no-bake recipe like this, especially in the summer months!

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      Sylvie | Gourmande in the Kitchen
      06/24/2015

      Totally, can’t beat them.

      Reply
  • Krystal
    06/25/2015

    I don’t get key limes where I live but I’m just gonna have to give this a try with regular ones. I love that they’re no bake. These days are just scorching!

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  • Michelle
    06/25/2015

    Holy smokes, these look so delicious!! And your photos are incredible! My favorite food is / was cheesecake anomy husbands is / was Key Lime Pie, so this is definitely a keeper. Can’t wait to try these out. xo

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      Michelle
      06/25/2015

      Wow, then these are perfect for you two!

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  • Gina @ So Let's Hang Out
    06/25/2015

    YES!! Love these. Let’s just never turn on our oven. Summer needs all the no bake things.

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  • Robin Laney
    02/01/2016

    Do you think I could sub honey for the maple syrup?

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      Robin Laney
      02/09/2016

      Yep, I definitely think that work.

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  • Kellan
    03/03/2016

    I have a dumb question… are the cashews raw? Or roasted? Or…?

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      Kellan
      03/03/2016

      Raw!

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  • Ali
    05/20/2016

    Do you use the full-fat coconut milk from a can or the coconut milk from a carton? Thanks.

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      Ali
      05/20/2016

      Full fat coconut milk from the can. 🙂

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  • Tee
    09/06/2016

    I just made this today, and it’s setting in the freezer right now. From the clean up on the spatula, I can tell it taste fantastic. I used homemade coconut milk that I make from brown coconuts, which helps take the flavor over the top. Great recipe!

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      Tee
      09/06/2016

      Wonderful, hope you like the chilled final result! The homemade coconut milk from brown coconuts sounds amazing, btw.

      Reply
  • Linda
    03/29/2017

    When you say 1/3 cup of coconut oil is that solid or melted,?

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    • Fresh Planet Flavor
      Linda
      04/04/2017

      Good question: that’s melted!

      Reply

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