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Cheesecake Fat Bombs

Creamy, no-bake bites of cream cheese, vanilla, and a hint of lemon rolled in crushed pecans for a satisfying low-carb treat that tastes like cheesecake. Plan ahead: chill for at least 1 hour before serving.

15 minEasyServes 12160 cal/serving

AmericanDessertNo-CookLow CarbKetoVegetarianGluten-FreeEgg-FreeSoy-Free

Ingredients

  • 8 oz full-fat cream cheese, softened
  • 1/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1/4 cup powdered erythritol or powdered monk fruit sweetener
  • 1 tsp pure vanilla extract
  • 1 tsp lemon zest, finely grated
  • 2 tbsp full-fat sour cream
  • 1/2 cup pecans (or walnuts), finely chopped

Instructions

  1. 1

    In a medium bowl, beat 8 oz softened full-fat cream cheese and 1/4 cup softened unsalted butter together with a hand mixer until completely smooth and fluffy, about 2 minutes.

  2. 2

    Add 1/4 cup powdered erythritol or powdered monk fruit sweetener, 1 tsp pure vanilla extract, 1 tsp finely grated lemon zest, and 2 tbsp full-fat sour cream. Beat again until well combined and creamy.

  3. 3

    Taste the mixture and adjust sweetener if needed. Cover the bowl and refrigerate for 30 minutes until the mixture is firm enough to roll.

  4. 4

    Spread 1/2 cup finely chopped pecans (or walnuts) on a small plate. Scoop about 1 tablespoon of the chilled mixture and roll into a ball between your palms, then roll in the pecans to coat. Repeat with remaining mixture.

  5. 5

    Place the fat bombs on a parchment-lined plate or tray and refrigerate for at least 30 more minutes until firm. Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 1 week or freeze for up to 1 month.

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