Lactose-free cheesecake
Instructions
Crust:
Lactose-free cream cheese filling:
Strawberry glaze:
Tip
A lactose-free no-bake cheesecake like this one is a great dessert to make ahead of time as it needs time to set. It needs at least 3 hours in the fridge but will only benefit from being chilled for at least 6-8 hours. This means you can make it the night before you need it, leave it in the fridge overnight, and serve it the next day.
Tip
Make sure that you melt the gelatine leaves entirely to avoid chewy strings. This goes for the cream cheese filling as well as the strawberry glaze.
Questions about lactose-free cheesecake
To learn more about lactose-free cheesecake, read below where we have gathered some of the most frequently asked questions about it.
Ingredients
Crust:
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Coconut oil
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100 g |
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Bastogne biscuits, or similar biscuits with cinnamon and caramelised sugar
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130 g |
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Almonds
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60 g |
Lactose-free cream cheese filling:
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Gelatine leaves
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4 |
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Lactose-free cream cheese
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500 g |
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Lactose-free greek yogurt
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150 g |
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Icing sugar
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100 g |
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Vanilla pod
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1 |
Strawberry glaze:
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Gelatine leaves
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2 |
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Strawberries
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175 g |
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Water
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100 ml |
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Lemon juice
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1 tsp |
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Lemon zest
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1 tbsp |
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Sugar
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100 g |
Try our recipe for delicious lactose-free cheesecake
In recent years, cheesecake has become one of the most popular no-bake desserts out there. From crust to filling and toppings, it displays a great combination of textures and may be prepared with just about any type of flavouring. This is why easy cheesecake recipes are so plentiful.
Our take on a lactose-free cheesecake with strawberries combines a spiced biscuit crust with a vanilla-flavoured cream cheese filling and tops it off with a vibrant strawberry glaze. The result is a sweet dessert with a nuanced flavour profile and a lot of great textures.
To balance the flavours of the cake and keep it from becoming overly sweet, we add tangy Greek yogurt and lemon. The flavourful lemon juice and zest brighten the sweet, red strawberry glaze that makes the creation so decorative, while the yogurt freshens the cream cheese filling.
Indulge in this sweet and fresh strawberry cheesecake
A glazed strawberry cheesecake tastes bright and refreshing. The vibrant red berry glaze complements the creamy and decadent filling perfectly. This is why our lactose-free cheesecake with strawberries is such a popular choice.
Though the flavour of the strawberries may, of course, vary depending on the type of strawberry used as well as the season, they usually have a fresh and fruity taste with pronounced hints of sweetness. Their sweetness is balanced by the tangy and slightly sour taste of the lactose-free cream cheese filling, creating a well-rounded flavour profile living up to the beautiful appearance of the strawberry cheesecake.
The same beautiful outside and palatable inside – free from lactose
Visually, there is no way to tell a lactose-free cheesecake and a traditional cheesecake apart. A lactose-free cheesecake has the same creamy texture and rich flavour that people love in traditional cheesecakes. By using lactose-free dairy products such as cream cheese, yogurt, and butter, these cakes can offer the same great taste and texture without any discomfort.
In addition to being a great option for those wishing to be mindful of their lactose intake, lactose-free strawberry cheesecake is a dessert that can be enjoyed by everyone. It is a great way to make sure that everyone can indulge in a delicious dessert, whether it is for a special occasion or just a sweet treat after a meal.
Other no-bake treats without lactose include lactose-free raspberry cream, lactose-free coffee ice cream, and lactose-free vanilla pudding.
Use your favourite flavours and colours
The vanilla-flavoured cream cheese filling lends itself well to a range of different flavours. This means you can experiment with fresh fruits and berries in your glaze to discover your favourite combination. Try some of these suggestions, or come up with your own, for how to make a cheesecake without lactose that is both vibrant and interesting.
If the bright red colour appeals to you, but you like a bit more tartness, a raspberry glaze is just the thing. Blueberries are another great option for a glaze, as they provide a deep blue-purple colour and a slightly tart flavour. The tartness of these berry options complements the vanilla filling and the biscuit crust well.
For a tropical twist, try using either mango, passionfruit, or pineapple in your homemade glaze. Pureed mango will give you a bright orange glaze with a sweet tropical flavour, while passionfruit can provide a tangier tropical flavour and a bright yellow-orange colour. Pineapple can be pureed and combined with sugar to make a vibrant yellow glaze that tastes tangy as well as sweet.
