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Perfect for the Holidays!

There’s something about cheesecake that feels luxurious — creamy, rich, and just a little indulgent. But what if you could enjoy that same classic flavor without the sugar or guilt? These Mini Sugar-Free, Low Carb New York Style Cheesecakes are proof that healthy eating doesn’t mean giving up dessert!

Each mini cheesecake starts with a cinnamon pecan granola crust, baked just until golden. The filling is a smooth blend of cream cheese, vanilla, and a touch of sweetness from Jordan’s Skinny Syrups — giving you that classic New York-style flavor with a low-carb twist.

The real magic happens when you top them with a sugar-free blueberry sauce, thickened perfectly with a cornstarch slurry. It adds just the right touch of tartness and color — beautiful enough for a holiday dessert table, but easy enough for any day of the week.

🧁 Mini Sugar-Free, Low Carb New York Style Cheesecakes

Makes: 12 mini cheesecakes
Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Chill Time: 2 hours
Total Time: ~3 hours

⭐ Ingredients

Crust

• 5 oz Nutrail Cinnamon Pecan Keto Granola
• 1.25 oz melted butter

Cheesecake Batter

• 12 oz softened cream cheese
• ¼ cup Splenda (or your preferred sugar-free sweetener)
• 2 eggs, lightly scrambled
• 0.75 oz cornstarch
• ½ teaspoon Vanilla Bean Paste
• 2.7 fl oz heavy cream
• 2 splashes Jordan’s French Vanilla Skinny Syrup (adjust to desired sweetness)

Blueberry Sauce

• 24 oz frozen blueberries
• ¼ cup Jordan’s French Vanilla Skinny Syrup (or Blueberry Cobbler flavor if you have it)
• 1 tablespoon cornstarch
• 2 tablespoons water

👩‍🍳 Instructions

Step 1: Make the Crust

1. Add the Nutrail Cinnamon Pecan Keto Granola to a food processor.
2. Pulse until finely crushed.
3. Add the melted butter and blend again until combined.
4. Divide evenly into 12 lined muffin cups, pressing down firmly to create the crust base.
5. Bake at 350°F (175°C) for about 12 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown. Set aside to cool.

Step 2: Prepare the Cheesecake Batter

1. In a mixing bowl, beat softened cream cheese until smooth and creamy.
2. Add Splenda, cornstarch, vanilla bean paste, and heavy cream. Mix until combined.
3. Pour in the two beaten eggs last and mix until smooth.
4. Add your Jordan’s French Vanilla Skinny Syrup for added sweetness and blend gently.
5. Use an ice cream scoop to portion the batter evenly over the cooled crusts.

Step 3: Bake the Cheesecakes

1. Place the muffin tin inside a larger baking pan filled with about 1 inch of hot water to create a steam bath.
2. Bake at 300°F (150°C) for 30 minutes, or until centers are just set.
3. Remove from oven and allow to cool completely.
4. Refrigerate for at least 2 hours to fully set.

Step 4: Make the Sugar-Free Blueberry Sauce

1. In a saucepan, combine frozen blueberries and Jordan’s Skinny Syrup.
2. Bring to a boil, then reduce to low and simmer until berries break down and the sauce starts to thicken.
3. In a small bowl, mix cornstarch and water to make a slurry.
4. Stir the slurry into the blueberries and cook for 1 minute, until the sauce thickens to your liking.
5. Remove from heat and let cool.

Step 5: Assemble & Enjoy!

Once your cheesecakes are chilled and set, spoon the blueberry sauce over each mini cheesecake. Garnish with a few fresh blueberries or a dollop of sugar-free whipped cream if desired.

Keep them stored in the refrigerator until ready to serve — they taste even better the next day!

💡 Tips & Notes

• You can make these up to 3 days ahead — perfect for holiday prep!
• Try swapping in raspberries or strawberries for a fruity twist.
• If you don’t have Vanilla Bean Paste, pure vanilla extract works just as well.

🎄 Why You’ll Love This Recipe

These mini cheesecakes are everything you want in a holiday dessert — rich, creamy, portion-controlled, and made with better-for-you ingredients. Whether you’ve had bariatric surgery or simply want to live a protein-forward, low-carb lifestyle, these are a dessert you’ll feel great about enjoying and sharing!

💬 Final Thoughts

Healthy living is all about balance — and dessert can absolutely be part of that! These little cheesecakes are a delicious reminder that you don’t need sugar to make something sweet and satisfying.

So go ahead and bake up a batch for your next gathering, or keep them in your fridge as a little treat for yourself. You’ve earned it!

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