If you’re following a low carb eating plan, our Fresh Choice Nelson guest blogger, Paula, has a fabulous recipe for a sweet treat you’re going to love… Take it away Paula!
There is a lot of interest at the moment in the benefits of combining low carb eating while adding healthy fats into our diets. These healthy fats include cold-pressed plant oils, salmon, high-quality dairy, nuts and seeds. Cutting down on processed grains and sugars is a great way to increase energy, lose excess weight, reduce cravings and balance blood sugar and insulin spikes throughout the day.
I have been following this low carb eating plan for most of the year and have found it beneficial to my wellbeing, not to mention a satisfying and delicious way to eat.
Recently I created some new Inspire Meal Bag recipes, which are low in carbs, while rich in vegetables and healthy fats. Check them out in the produce department at Fresh Choice Nelson. The recipe cards on the front of the bags are labelled low carb and keto friendly. My favourite is the five spice beef on cauliflower puree.
If you are following a low carb eating plan, this dessert recipe pairs well with all of the Inspire Meal Bags.
Jellytip Low Carb Cheesecake
Base
- 1/2 cup almond meal
- 1/2 cup desiccated coconut
- 2 tbs coconut oil (melted)
- 1 tbs granulated stevia
Mix all the ingredients and place in a lined cheesecake tin. Press down firmly and bake at 180 degrees until lightly browned.
Vanilla Cheesecake Filling
- 250g cream cheese (room temperature)
- 2 tbs granulated stevia
- 2 tsp vanilla paste
- 2 eggs
- 1/2 cup runny cream
Place all the ingredients into a blender and mix until smooth. Pour over the cooled base and return to the oven at 180 degrees until the filling is lightly firm.
Jelly Topping
- 2 cups of thawed frozen raspberries
- 2 tbs of gelatin
Bring to a simmer for five minutes. Cool and pour over the cooked vanilla layer. Set in the fridge.
Chocolate Topping
Once firm, pour over 200g of 90% chocolate melted with 1 tbsp of coconut oil. You can sprinkle the top with freeze-dried raspberries if you like!
What are you waiting for? Head to Fresh Choice Nelson for all your ingredients!
