This easy Cheesecake Brownies recipe is the best of both worlds and two dessert favourites – a fudgy brownie base topped with a coconut cheesecake topping. The combination makes for an extra impressive dessert that no one will be able to resist.

This recipe is yet another twist on this amazing dessert recipe. Its possible you are getting tired of my brownie+cheesecake combinations, but I’m not, and I don’t foresee my stopping anytime soon.  😊

So, here’s another twist on this amazing treat, brownie + cashew coconut cheesecake! You will love these delicious cheesecake brownies with a rich, fudgy chocolate base and a light, perfectly sweet, coconutty cheesecake topping. These no bake cheesecake bars are a family favorite! They need just a few simple ingredients to make and are full of rich, coconut flavor.

If you are looking for a delicious sweet treat, these cheesecake bars are a great option.  Decadent and rich, they look a million dollars on a desert table or at a family gathering. So incredibly easy to make…simply soak the cashews until they become plump and moist. They are then thrown in a blender with coconut cream to form the irresistible filling for the slice. It makes me excited that such a beautiful and delicious creation can be made purely from natural ingredients.

This recipe is the perfect treat if you love coconut like I do.  I’m obsessed with coconuts, they are my favorite ingredient in desserts and healthy snacks. In this recipe we use 3 different types of coconut – desiccated, cream and oil.

Its true…the world is going coconuts. Following the popularity of coconut water, a broad spectrum of foods derived from the humble coconut is available. It now comes in a variety of forms from water to milk, cream, butter, oil, flour and shredded allowing for a variety of creative ways to add coconut to a healthy diet.

I love using coconut for healthy sweet desserts and treats as its so incredibly good for you. It contains a unique type of medium chain saturated fat called lauric acid that research shows raises HDL or “good” cholesterol levels, which lowers overall heart disease risk.

As a plant food, coconuts also contain disease-fighting phytochemicals or antioxidants. Research suggests that coconut products helps boost metabolism which is helpful if excess body fat needs to be lost. Just one scoop of coconut oil delivers a wide-range of healing properties. I cannot think of another ingredient that delivers such powerful health benefits. Produced in its most natural state, coconut oil will benefit you, your children and your pets. I put some into my dogs dinner regularly.

Whether you have chronic fatigue, weight problems, digestive or skin issues, or just want to give your body a good cleanse and boost your energy, coconut in any of its forms is so good for you. People trying to reduce their sugar intake often complain about the lack of sweets in their quest to get healthier. That’s because a low-carb way of eating is very focused on eliminating harmful sugar from your diet. But there are options for that lingering sweet tooth in your life.

Hence these no-bake coconut cheesecake bars are both low-carb and packed with healthy fats and antioxidants. Eating more healthy fats is a great way to help satisfying your sweet cravings without the sugar.

Not only are these healthy bars insanely delicious and easy to prepare, they also comes with some surprising health benefits. From vitamins and minerals to plenty of healthy fats that support hormone health and neurotransmitter production, these little delights are the perfect addition to any healthy eating plan.

Eating more healthy fats like those in coconut is a great way to help satisfying your sweet cravings without the sugar. One little bar makes me happy in an instant.

You are going to love this recipe as its a simple and delicious way to incorporate the amazing health benefits of coconut into your lifestyle. So good for you – bursting with nutrition and good stuff.

Brownie Coconut Cheesecake Bites

These Cheesecake Brownie Bites are a mouth-watering combination of two dessert favorites. Extra fudgy brownies topped with a creamy cheesecake layer makes for an extra impressive dessert that no will be able to resist.

Course Dessert, Snack

Cuisine Healthy Clean Eating

Keyword brownie cheesecake bites, brownie cheesecake coconut bars no bake, clean eating dessert or snack, healthy cheesecake bars no bake, no bake brownie coconut bars

Servings 12

Ingredients

Base Crust

• 1 1/2 cups almonds, pecans or walnuts or a mix
• 1 cup dates, soaked at least 30 minutes and drained
• 1/2 cup desiccated coconut
• 1/4 cup cocoa powder
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Cashew Coconut Layer

• 2 cups cashews, soaked 3+hours and drained
• 1 13.5 oz can coconut cream, full fat (solid part only) *see note below
• 1/4 cup coconut oil, melted
• 1/4 cup honey or maple syrup
• 1-2 lemons, juice and zest (depending on how lemon-ey you like it)

Toppings Optional

• Chocolate chips
• Sprinkle cocoa powder

Instructions

Base Crust

• Note: Place the can of coconut cream or milk in the fridge or freezer for at least 1-2 hours before making these bars to allow coconut cream to separate.

  Make the crust first. Line a 8 x 8-inch baking pan or dish with parchment paper on the bottom and sides leaving some overhanging to act as a handle to get the bars out easier for cutting.

  Place almonds into a food processer and process until broken down and crumbly. Add dates, coconut, honey, lemon juice and zest and vanilla and continue to process until mixture is sticky and well combined.

  Be careful not to over process as its nice to have texture variance and different sized “bits” in your base crust.

  Press the base mixture into the bottom of your pan or dish evenly. Refrigerate while you prepare the filling.

   

Cashew Coconut Layer

• Open chilled can and scoop out the cream that has separated and set hard on the top. Save the remaining coconut water to use in a smoothie, drink, or discard.

  Place all filling ingredients, cashews, coconut cream, coconut oil, honey and lemon juice and zest into the food processor and process until smooth and creamy. Depending on the power of your blender this might take a few minutes.

  Stop blending to scrape the sides and continue to blend until very smooth. Taste test add more honey, lemon or vanilla if you think it needs it.

  Pour the filling over the chilled crust and spread evenly with a spatula or the back of a spoon, add toppings of choice.

  Freeze about 1 hour until set.

  Thaw for 5 minutes, slice into 12 bars or more smaller squares to serve.

  Store in fridge for up to 1 week or freezer for up to 3 months..

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