This healthy plant-based Gluten-Free Vegan Raw No-Bake Spirulina Cheesecake is an easy recipe made with only 8 clean, real food ingredients that can be prepared with only 2 easy steps in about 10 minutes. It's naturally sweetened and is Medical Medium compliant.
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You will love how this healthy vegan no-bake dessert can be made in only 2 easy steps in less than 10 minutes!
Gluten-Free Vegan Raw No-Bake Spirulina Cheesecake
I am sharing a new plant-based dessert recipe with you today that I made with Spiral Spring Spirulina Maxima.
Although I normally add spirulina to my smoothies, I decided to show you a different way to incorporate spirulina into your diet.
For instance, by making a Raw Vegan No-Bake Spirulina Cheesecake.
Yes, it's true...a spirulina cheesecake!
It's a clean, real food dessert made with only 8 nutrient-dense ingredients and all the benefits of spirulina.
And, this has to be one of the prettiest colored cheesecakes I think I've ever made...the color is amazing!
The base is a raw crust made with nuts and naturally sweetened with Medjool dates.
In addition, the cheesecake is a creamy and smooth mixture made with cashews in a Vitamix.
This plant-based dessert is organic, raw, vegan, gluten-free, dairy-free, soy-free, egg-free, no-bake, paleo-friendly, contains no refined sugar and is Medical Medium compliant.
How To Make Gluten-Free Vegan Raw No-Bake Spirulina Cheesecake: Step-by-Step Instructions
There are only 2 quick steps to make this healthy recipe and I'll show you how in the step-by-step instructions below.
Step 1: Prepare the Crust
Firstly, add all the ingredients for the crust to a food processor.
Process until it has a wet, crumbly texture and taking care to not over process.
After that, transfer the mixture to the prepared cheesecake pan.
Spread the mixture evenly on the bottom of the pan and press it down firm and tight.
Step 2: Prepare the Filling
Secondly, add all the ingredients for the filling to a Vitamix and blend until it's creamy and smooth.
Next, transfer the filling to the cheesecake pan and spread it evenly on top of the crust.
Step 3: Chill and Set
Thirdly, place the cheesecake pan in the freezer for 1-2 hours, or until it hardens.
Remove it from the freezer and let it sit on the counter for about 5-10 minutes to soften before cutting.
Step 4: Storage
Lastly, store any leftovers in an air-tight, BPA-free container in the freezer.
Above all, keep the cheesecake in the freezer until ready to serve.
It will get soft and lose its shape if left out at room temperature.
What is Spirulina?
Spirulina is an important ingredient to add to a clean, healthy diet and a must-have for vegans. It's an amazing powerhouse of nutrients!
It surpasses the protein, calcium, and iron in animal products, like meat and dairy, many times over.
In addition to being an excellent source of 70% high-quality vegan protein, it also contains amino acids, vitamins, minerals, antioxidants, as well as, omega-3 and omega-6.
But the quality of your spirulina is just as important as the health benefits you get from it.
Spiral Spring brings you a unique variety of the most potent spirulina that you can't find anywhere else:
- Cyanobacterium (blue-green algae) has been consumed for thousands of years for its nutritional properties
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One of the most potent nutrient sources available
- Spiral Spring Spirulina Maxima is Gluten-Free, Certified Kosher, USDA Organic, non-GMO
What Makes Spiral Spring Brand Different?
A. Species
Firstly, did you know there are two different Spirulina species?
- Spirulina Maxima (Arthrospira Maxima)
- Spirulina Platensis (Arthrosphira Platensis)
In fact, Spiral Spring is the only one in the world who produce "Spirulina Maxima" and this is certified by PhycoTech Institute in the USA.
Most of the Spirulina in the world is "Spirulina Platensis", which is not as complete as "Spirulina Maxima" in terms of the content of protein, chlorophyll, and phycocyanin.
Therefore, better for nutritional and therapeutic purposes.
Many distributors say they have "Spirulina Maxima", but they cannot prove it.
B. Source:
Secondly, not only are you getting the highest quality of spirulina from Spiral Spring but the cleanest.
For example, another thing I love about Spiral Spring is their production process.
"Our products are grown and harvested in one of the purest ecosystems in our planet, the pampa aquifer in the Atacama Desert in northern Chile.
The water used in growing our spirulina comes from the melting of the Andes mountains and along with the purity of the world's driest desert this combination produces an unparalleled standard of excellence.
When we choose the site for our facility in Chile, we reviewed myriad factors, even though it meant to cut off from urban centers, we choose the pristine environment of the Atacama Desert, an unpolluted place to produce Spirulina Maxima, thereby guaranteeing the optimal quality of our product for our customers. "
Above all, this makes me feel good to know that I'm getting the highest quality and cleanest spirulina on the market.
Want More Healthy Vegan No-Bake Cheesecake Recipes?
Check out these:
- Chocolate Peanut Butter No-Bake Cheesecake
- No-Bake Turtle Brownie Bottom Cheesecake
- Banana Strawberry Swirl Cheesecake
- or my CLEAN DESSERTS Cookbook with 72 plant-based vegan + gluten-free no-bake dessert recipes made with clean, real food ingredients just like this one that you will love!
Raw Vegan No-Bake Spirulina Cheesecake
{ Plant-Based | Raw | Vegan | Gluten-Free | Dairy-Free | Egg-Free | Soy-Free | No-Bake | Paleo-Friendly | No Refined Sugar | Medical Medium }
Ingredients
For the crust:
- 1 cup organic walnuts
- 6 organic Medjool dates (pitted)
- 2 tablespoons organic coconut flakes
- 1 tablespoon organic refined coconut oil
- 1/8 teaspoon Himalayan pink salt
For the cheesecake filling:
- 1 cup organic raw cashews
- 1/4 cup organic maple syrup
- 6 tablespoons organic refined coconut oil
- 1 teaspoon Spiral Spring Spirulina Maxima
- 1 pinch Himalayan pink salt
Instructions
Advanced preparation:
- Optional: Soak the cashews in filtered/purified water for 30-60 minutes. This will make them soft and the mixture extra creamy and smooth. Drain and rinse them before adding to the recipe.
For the crust:
- Add all the ingredients for the crust to a food processor and process until it becomes a wet, crumbly texture.
- Transfer the mixture to a 6-inch springform cheesecake pan and press firmly and evenly in the bottom of the pan. Set aside.
For the cheesecake filling:
- Add all the ingredients for the filling to a Vitamix and blend on high speed until it is creamy and smooth.
- Pour the filling into the cheesecake pan on top of the crust and gently tap it on the counter so it settles to the bottom evenly.
- Put the cheesecake pan in the freezer for 1-2 hours, or until it hardens.
- Remove it from the freezer and let it sit on the counter for about 5-10 minutes to soften it slightly before cutting and serving.
- Store in an air-tight BPA-free container in the refrigerator or freezer until ready to serve because it will become soft and lose its shape if left out at room temperature.
Optional toppings:
- Sprinkle the top with organic shredded coconut, extra spirulina, organic hemp seeds, organic chia seeds, organic cacao nibs, etc. before serving.
Nutrition Information
Disclosure: I am bringing you this sponsored post from Spiral Spring. I received the product to review and use in creating a new recipe. However, I was under no obligation to give a positive review and was compensated for my time. All thoughts, opinions, and comments are my own. Thank you for supporting the brands that make this website possible!
Hi, I'm Karielyn! I'm the published cookbook author of CLEAN DESSERTS and content creator of The Healthy Family and Home™ website since 2012. I specialize in creating easy, healthy plant-based and Medical Medium® compliant recipes that are gluten-free + vegan and made with clean, real food ingredients that you can feel good about eating.
Mareli says
Hello. I want to make this recipe but do not have a Vitamix. Can I use a blender instead?
Karielyn Tillman says
Hi there Mareli!! Yes, you can make this recipe without a Vitamix by taking a few extra steps!
In fact, I have several no-bake gluten-free vegan cheesecakes in my CLEAN DESSERTS Cookbook that are made with only a food processor.
Firstly, you will need to soak the cashews before using them which will make them soft and easier to blend.
Simply add the cashews to a bowl and fill the bowl with enough water to cover them. Let them soak for at least 60 minutes - the longer the better.
Secondly, drain and rinse them before adding them to your blender or food processor.
You may not have the same ultra-creamy texture you would get with a Vitamix, but it will blend the cashews smooth enough to get a "cheesecake" texture.
Thanks for the question and I hope you enjoy the recipe! 🙂
Organic Spirulina Manufacturers says
Thanks for Sharing, Organic Spirulina is 100% vegan and is loaded with the multivitamin and nutrients. Spirulina protects us from dangerous diseases like cancer, heart disease, boost natural energy.
Karielyn says
Hi there! Yes....love spirulina!! 🙂
takima says
I love cheesecake and spirulina, so I am definitely going to try this recipe. Spirulina has so many great benefits, I also have a recipe on how to use it has a face mask and a detoxing agent.
Karielyn says
Hi there Takima! Thanks so much and I hope you enjoy the recipe! 🙂
Keri says
Hi! Thank you for making such a healthy recipe. This looks great. Before I begin I have a question. I'm not sure if I'm losing my mind but we're us the cheese substitute? I'm not vegan. This is for a relative. Does this really come out cheesy? It looks great though! Thanks in advance
Karielyn says
Hi there Keri! How nice of you to make a vegan dessert for someone and you are not even vegan...that's so sweet!! 🙂
Yes, in this recipe there will be no dairy or cream cheese. Instead, cashews are used to make the creamy "cheesecake". It will come out extra creamy and smooth if you soak and drain the cashews first (the longer the better) and use a Vitamix. The cashews and coconut oil will make a nice firm "cheesecake" filling that's a great replacement for traditional dairy cheesecakes. I have other cheesecake recipes with other flavors too if you want to see if there is another version that you might like even more. Just type "cheesecake" in the search bar on my website.
Thanks for the question and I hope you enjoy the recipe! 🙂