Keto and gluten free Churro Cheesecake Bars

Here’s a recipe for keto and gluten-free churro cheesecake bars that combines the rich flavor of cheesecake with the cinnamon-sugar coating of churros—all without sugar, gluten, or excessive carbs!

Ingredients:

Crust:

• 1 ½ cups almond flour
• ¼ cup coconut flour
• ¼ cup granulated erythritol or monk fruit sweetener
• ½ tsp cinnamon
• 6 tbsp unsalted butter, melted
• 1 tsp vanilla extract

Cheesecake Layer:

• 16 oz cream cheese, softened
• ¾ cup powdered erythritol or monk fruit sweetener
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• 2 large eggs, at room temperature

Topping:

• 2 tbsp powdered erythritol or monk fruit sweetener
• 1 ½ tsp ground cinnamon

Instructions:

1. Preheat Oven: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Line an 8×8-inch baking pan with parchment paper for easy removal.
2. Make the Crust:
   • In a mixing bowl, combine almond flour, coconut flour, erythritol, and cinnamon.
   • Add melted butter and vanilla extract, stirring until a crumbly dough forms.
   • Press the mixture evenly into the bottom of the prepared pan.
   • Bake for 10–12 minutes or until lightly golden. Let it cool while you prepare the filling.
3. Prepare the Cheesecake Layer:
   • In a large bowl, beat the softened cream cheese with a hand mixer until smooth.
   • Add powdered sweetener and vanilla extract, mixing until fully combined.
   • Add eggs one at a time, beating after each addition just until smooth (do not overmix).
4. Assemble:
   • Pour the cheesecake mixture over the baked crust, spreading evenly.
   • Bake for 25–30 minutes, or until the edges are set and the center is slightly jiggly.
5. Add Topping:
   • In a small bowl, mix erythritol and cinnamon for the topping.
   • Once the bars are baked, sprinkle the cinnamon-sweetener mixture evenly over the top while they are still warm.
6. Cool and Chill:
   • Let the bars cool to room temperature, then refrigerate for at least 2 hours to firm up.
7. Serve: Once chilled, slice into bars and enjoy your keto-friendly, gluten-free churro cheesecake bars!

These bars are great for satisfying dessert cravings while staying on a keto or gluten-free diet.

Here’s the nutritional breakdown for the keto and gluten-free churro cheesecake bars, based on an 8×8 pan cut into 12 servings:

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Nutrition per Serving (1 Bar):

• Calories: 220
• Fat: 20g
• Saturated Fat: 8g
• Cholesterol: 55mg
• Sodium: 120mg
• Carbohydrates: 6g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Net Carbs: 4g
• Sugar: 1g (from natural dairy sugars in cream cheese)
• Protein: 5g

Key Notes:

• Almond Flour and Coconut Flour: These gluten-free, low-carb flours provide fiber and healthy fats.
• Erythritol/Monk Fruit Sweetener: These sugar alternatives have minimal impact on blood sugar, making them keto-friendly.
• Cream Cheese: Adds healthy fats and protein.

Note: Nutrition may vary based on exact brands and quantities used.