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A overhead flat-lay photograph of mini tropical coconut-lime vegan cheesecake bites arranged on a white marble surface, each bite showcasing a golden toasted coconut crust base topped with a pale green creamy cashew-lime filling, garnished with fresh lime zest curls and toasted coconut flakes, some lime wedges and halved limes scattered artfully around the bites, drops of coconut cream pooled decoratively on the marble, natural window lighting creating soft shadows, professional food styling with a light and airy tropical aesthetic, shallow depth of field with the front cheesecake bites in sharp focus showing the distinct layers of toasted coconut crust and vibrant lime filling
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Tropical Coconut-Lime Cheesecake Bites

A vacation in a single bite! These use thick coconut cream and a golden toasted coconut crust for an extra layer of tropical indulgence.
Course Dessert
Prep Time 20 minutes
Servings 12 Bites

Ingredients

For the Toasted Coconut Crust:

  • 1 cup vegan graham cracker crumbs
  • 3/4 cup unsweetened shredded coconut toasted
  • 4 tablespoons vegan butter melted
  • 2 tablespoons maple syrup
  • 1/4 teaspoon sea salt

For the Extra-Creamy Filling:

  • 1 1/2 cups raw cashews soaked overnight and drained
  • 1/2 cup fresh lime juice
  • 1/2 cup coconut cream the thick part from the top of the can
  • 1/3 cup agave nectar
  • 3 tablespoons coconut oil melted
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • Zest of 2 limes

Instructions

  • Toast Coconut: Add shredded coconut to a dry pan over medium heat. Stir constantly for 3-5 minutes until golden brown. Let cool.
  • Make Crust: Mix toasted coconut, crumbs, melted butter, syrup, and salt. Press into your mini cheesecake pans and freeze for 15 mins.
  • Blend Filling: Combine cashews, lime juice, coconut cream, agave, oil, and vanilla in the blender. Blend until perfectly smooth.
  • Fold: Stir in the lime zest by hand.
  • Assemble: Fill the crusts and smooth the tops.
  • Freeze: Freeze for 4-6 hours.
  • Garnish: Top with extra toasted coconut before serving.

Notes

Nutrition Per Serving (1 Bite):
Calories: 190 kcal
Total Fat: 14g | Saturated Fat: 6g
Carbohydrates: 14g | Sugar: 9g
Protein: 4g
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