Lemon Curd Cheesecake
Use our sugar free lemon curd to make a creamy lemon curd cheesecake with no added sugar and a gluten free cookie crust.
Looking for more easy sugar free dessert ideas? Browse our keto dessert recipes.
Lemon cheesecake is the perfect balance between zesty and creamy, so we made this lemon curd cheesecake with our sugar free lemon curd. We know making keto friendly lemon curd from scratch can be difficult, so that’s why we’ve created this spread that can be baked right out of the jar. All you have to do is bake the cheesecake and spread the lemon curd on top, creating a layered masterpiece of a dessert that happens to be gluten free.
First, we start by crushing our gluten free butter cookies (try our speculoos in this recipe for a kick of cinnamon) and mixing them with melted butter. You press the mixture into the pan to create a crust that’s easy and can be used in future recipes such as lemon bars or other cheesecakes. From there, we make a standard cheesecake that has a little added lemon zest and juice so that the bright lemon flavor is baked throughout the cake. Once the cake is cool, you top with a generous helping of our keto lemon curd and decorate with sugar free whipped cream and lemon slices.
The result is a buttery and sweet cheesecake made without any added sugar or gluten. This is a spin on our favorite cheesecake recipe, so if you ever need a plain cheesecake, you can omit the lemon! You’ll get a keto cheesecake that’s ready to be enjoyed on its own or topped with melted chocolate.
Jump to recipe sections:
- What is lemon curd?
- Is cheesecake keto friendly?
- What can I do with a jar of lemon curd?
- Do I have to make my own lemon curd for this recipe?
- How do I make cheesecake crust easily?
What is lemon curd?
Lemon curd is a creamy and zesty spread that is custard-like in its consistency. Traditionally, it’s made with lemons, eggs, butter, and sugar. But, our version is completely sugar free because we sweeten it with all natural monk fruit. It’s different from other items on our jam line because of its creamy consistency, but you can still use it to bake amazing treats like this lemon cheesecake.
Is cheesecake keto friendly?
It’s incredibly easy to make keto friendly cheesecake! It’s one of the original staples of keto baking because most of the ingredients can be easily swapped for low carb ones. Our keto lemon cheesecake uses gluten free cookies for the crust, which allows it to be low in net carbs! Cheesecake itself is made with cream cheese, which is keto dieter’s best friend due to the high fat content and low carbs.
What can I do with a jar of lemon curd?
Our jar of lemon curd can help you bake wondrous desserts! From this cheesecake to lemon bars, there’s a ton of ways to enjoy lemon curd. Even if you don’t feel like breaking out the baking pan, you can simply add a dollop to your Greek yogurt for an easy cheesecake-like dessert in seconds. Lemon curd has a wonderfully creamy flavor, so you could use it as filling for your next cake or spread on top of your morning keto pancakes.
Do I have to make my own lemon curd for this recipe?
Absolutely not! It can be difficult to make lemon curd from scratch, especially if you’re trying for a keto friendly version. That’s a big reason why we’ve made this jarred lemon curd. It’s good right off the spoon and can be your next baking buddy by simplifying the steps of any dessert that would use it.
How do I make cheesecake crust easily?
Our favorite way of making cheesecake crust is with our gluten free cookies! Just open a box, crush them with a rolling pin and mix with butter. Press the mixture into the bottom of a pan and you’ve got a tasty cheesecake crust that’s not complicated at all. Plus, we think it’s fun to crush cookies with a rolling pin!
Lemon Curd Cheesecake
Lemon Curd Cheesecake
Kelly Simberg
12 slices
15 minutes
1 hours
310
American
Dessert
4 Hours
Zesty sugar free lemon curd makes this keto lemon curd cheesecake creamy, bright, and easy to bake.
Ingredients
Crust
- 20 gluten free butter cookies
- 5 tbsp butter, melted
Cheesecake
- 24 oz cream cheese, softened
- 3 eggs
- ¾ cup granulated sweetener
- 2 tbsp lemon zest
- 2 tbsp lemon juice
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Topping
- 1 cup sugar free lemon curd
- thinly sliced lemons to garnish
Directions
Preheat oven to 350°F. Place a pan of hot water on the bottom rack of the oven to add steam and help prevent cracking.
In a bowl, mix all crust ingredients together until combined. If the mixture is not moistened enough, add more melted butter, 1 tbsp at a time. Press the mixture into a greased 8-inch springform pan.
In a large bowl, beat cream cheese until smooth. Beat eggs into cream cheese on low speed until smooth. Add sweetener, lemon juice, lemon zest, and vanilla extract; mix until smooth.
Pour the batter over the crust. Bake for about 1 hour, until the center is almost set. Let cool to room temperature, then refrigerate for at least 4 hours.
Once cool, spread lemon curd over the top. Garnish with whipped cream and lemon slices, if desired.