Vegan Luscious Cream Cheesecake

Ingredients:

For the Crust:

• 1.5 cups vegan graham cracker crumbs (or crushed vegan cookies)
• 1/4 cup melted coconut oil
• 2 tablespoons maple syrup

For the Cheesecake Filling:

• 2 cups raw cashews, soaked in water for 4-6 hours or overnight, drained
• 1/2 cup coconut cream (the solid part from a chilled can of full-fat coconut milk)
• 1/2 cup lemon juice
• 1/2 cup maple syrup
• 1/4 cup melted coconut oil
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• Pinch of salt

For the Topping:

• Fresh berries or fruit of your choice
• Vegan whipped cream (optional)

Instructions:

1. Prepare the Crust:

• In a bowl, mix together the vegan graham cracker crumbs, melted coconut oil, and maple syrup until well combined.
• Press the mixture firmly into the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan to form an even crust. Place in the freezer while preparing the filling.

1. Make the Cheesecake Filling:

• In a high-speed blender or food processor, combine the soaked and drained cashews, coconut cream, lemon juice, maple syrup, melted coconut oil, vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt.