This is a simple dessert that can satisfy the sweet tooth cravings without making you feel guilty. It has few ingredients and is easy to assemble. Enjoy!
Paleo Blueberry Cheesecake
Ricotta Cheese or Cream Cheese (total 16 oz.–you can do half and half)
1 orange or lemon
1 teaspoon vanilla
3 eggs
2 TBSP Olive oil or Coconut Oil
1/2 cup honey or 1/2 cup sugar or sugar substitute
1 1/2 cups of blueberries (fresh or frozen)
Use the zest from the lemon or orange and mix with the cheese, oil and 4 Tablespoons of the sweetener. Mix these well and add the juice from the lemon or orange and stir. Whip the eggs with the remaining sweetener and add them to the cheese mixture.
Pour the mixture into a well greased 9 inch glass baking dish. (pie pan works great) Add the blueberries to the top of the mixture. Place in the center rack of an oven preheated to 350 degrees and cook for 45 minutes. Cheesecake should be golden brown. Let cool completely and store in the refrigerator.
If you want a sweeter topping you can take fresh blueberries, add honey and simmer on the stove. Thicken with cornstarch and serve over the cheesecake.
Until next time…from Our Butcher Block to your Table.
This was adapted from mylittleitaliankitchen.com.
