Low Carb Caramel Pecan Cheesecake Recipe - Lowcarb-ology (2024)

This low carb caramel pecan cheesecake recipe is ultra creamy and decadently rich. The buttery flavor of the caramel and tangy cheesecake is perfect with the toasted pecan crust! This keto friendly treat has just 3 carbs per serving – and less if you leave the crust on your plate. Best of all there’s no baking involved! This is so easy and it can be on your plate in 10 minutes or less.

For this recipe you’ll need: cream cheese, heavy cream, powdered Swerve or similar sweetener, sugar free caramel syrup (I used Torani), sugar free Belgian Cookie syrup (also Torani), vanilla, pecans, butter, and salt.

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Low carb caramel pecan cheesecake recipe? When you are dieting?

Oh. Heck. Yeah.

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Keto cheesecake pecan crust

A lot of people have argued that this is keto cheesecake recipe not keto induction friendly because of the chopped pecans in the pecan crust. I know that nuts are listed as something to avoid during induction. The reason is because it’s difficult to control serving portion sizes during the induction phase. In this cheesecake recipe the amount of chopped pecans you consume are limited by the total amount used. If you don’t want to use them just leave them out. And whatever you do, please don’t use candied pecans which are covered in sugar.

Here is what Atkins says about induction:

“Even though most nuts and seeds are low in Net Carbs, most people have trouble controlling portions, which can easily lead to over-consumption. Until you gain control of your appetite, steer clear of nuts.”

https://www.atkins.com/how-it-works/library/articles/the-rules-of-induction

Would this work as a crustless cheesecake?

In an “nut” shell, yes. Leaving the crust off drops the carbs per serving to just 3. As we discussed earlier, the pecan crust ups the carb count as it isn’t a strict keto crust. That said, the combination of that buttery crust with the creamy cheesecake filling is a winning combination. If you are concerned about your carb count like I was in the early days, I just limited myself to eating only 1/2 of the crust per serving.

One of the very nice things about a low carb lifestyle is that you can eat cheesecake if you make it right. Not carboardy, dusty, icky fat free cheesecake either. I am talking about ALL of the fat. Lots of fat. Because when you are in ketosis, your body burns fat instead of glucose. Lots of smooth, melt in your mouth creaminess, lots of sweet, tangy cheesecake flavor. Mmmmmmm.

I love to make cheesecakes and I have been doing it for a long time. I have perfected a technique that results in dense I love to make cheesecakes and I have been doing it for a long time. I have perfected a technique that results in dense New York style creamy cheesecake that no one could walk away from. This does not use that technique.

Here’s the deal. Here in the Dallas, Texas area … in my backyard to be exact… the temperature has hovered around 105 degrees with a heat index of 121 or so. There is no way in Dallas that I am turning on the oven unless there is just no other way.

There is almost always another way.

So this lovely cheesecake, all full of low carb caramel pecan lusciousness, is of the no bake variety. Oh, it’s still extraordinarily creamy but the texture is a little lighter and less dense that the baked one. I promise I will share a rockin’ baked cheesecake recipe with you when the weather cools a bit.

Freezing a cheesecake can it be done?

You can freeze these in individual sized servings if you want to. Like a cheesecake bar sized individual serving. They should be fine for three or four months at least. You can also just leave them in the fridge for about a week. If they last that long.

Please understand that these cheesecakes are low in carbs NOT low in calories. If you eat several a week you are probably going to stall in your fat loss efforts. Don’t ask me how I know. Why yes, I did make that mistake when perfecting this keto cheesecake recipe. Can’t just throw it away right?

Eat responsibly.

Tips for Perfect No Bake Low Carb Cheesecake

So this low carb cheesecake is stupid easy to make… in fact it’s easy as…. pie. 🙂 There are a few pitfalls to avoid, though. Here are my tips for perfect, no bake cheesecake.

  • Everything needs to be at room temperature except the cream – it will mix better and get fluffier and creamier.
  • Use powdered sweetener. If you can’t find confectioner’s (powdered) Swere then you can blend a granulated sweetener up in the blender but it won’t be as smooth.
  • Freeze the crust for 30 minutes before filling – it will keep the texture crunchy instead of soggy.
  • Never ever ever ever over beat cheesecake filling. It will break down and become too soft – and there’s no fixing it.
  • Chill it for the full amount of time for the best taste and texture.
  • This is a great keto dessert recipe but vary it by adding chopped up sugar free chocolate chips, different flavored syrups, or anything else that you think sounds good and is low carb.

I like Torani sugar free syrups to flavor lots of my recipes. I used the caramel as well as the Belgian cookie flavor in this recipe to give it the sugar free caramel sauce flavor. Powdered Swerve blends up nicely and doesn’t leave a grainy texture – perfect for creamy desserts like cheesecake. Monk fruit is another one of my favorite sugar free sweeteners that you can try.

Low Carb Caramel Pecan Cheesecake Recipe

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Low Carb Caramel Pecan Cheesecake Recipe (Induction)

Creamy, no bake cheesecake is amazing but when it’s only got 3 net carbs a serving it is miraculous. This caramel pecan low carb cheesecake is an indulgent treat for any low carb lifestyle –your family will love it, too (IF you decide to share).

Course Dessert

Cuisine American – low -carb

Keyword cheesecake

Prep Time 10 minutes minutes

Total Time 10 minutes minutes

Servings 6 servings

Calories 346kcal

Author Katherine Peters

Ingredients

Cheesecake Filling

  • 8 oz cream cheese room temperature
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream
  • 1 tablespoon caramel syrup , sugar free – I used Torani
  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla
  • 1/3 cup powdered Swerve sweetener

Crust

  • 1 cup pecans toasted and finely chopped
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • Pinch of salt
  • 1 tablespoon powdered Swerve sweetener
  • 1/2 tablespoon Belgian Cookie Syrup , sugar free – I used Torani

Instructions

Cheesecake Filling

  • With the paddle attachment beat the cream cheese, vanilla, and caramel syrup until well blended.

  • Switch to the whips and add the cream.

  • Whip until the consistency is thick, dense, and creamy.

  • Add the powdered Swerve sweetener and adjust until it’s as sweet as you like it.

Crust

  • Melt the butter.

  • Mix the pecans and the salt, then add the butter. Mix until well blended.

  • Stir in the syrup and the powdered swerve.

  • Reserve a tablespoon or two for the topping.

  • Press 1 tablespoonful of the nut mixture in the bottom of each of 4 custard cups or 6 small widemouth jelly jars.

  • Spoon the cheese mixture into each cup.

  • Smooth the top and sprinkle with the reserved nut mixture.

  • Chill for at least 4 hours.

Nutrition

Calories: 346kcal | Carbohydrates: 4g | Protein: 4g | Fat: 35g | Saturated Fat: 15g | Cholesterol: 78mg | Sodium: 129mg | Potassium: 134mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 925IU | Vitamin C: 0.2mg | Calcium: 61mg | Iron: 0.6mg

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What sweetener is in Cheesecake Factory low carb cheesecake? ›

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How many carbs are in a keto cheesecake? ›

This keto cheesecake recipe has only 2.9g total carbs per serving. This does not include the easy berry sauce or any other toppings or additions.

How many calories are in a pecan caramel cheesecake? ›

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What is the best low carb sweetener for baking? ›

Allulose, monk fruit, stevia, and erythritol are all keto sweeteners that taste and bake like sugar, without the negative health impacts. In fact, these low-carb sweeteners (all of which can be found right here at Splenda) have health benefits. You'll feel good about eating your keto cookie.

What can I substitute for sugar in cheesecake? ›

Other sugar substitutes will work if that's what you have.

Unlike the filling (below), the almond flour cheesecake crust is not finicky and will also work using erythritol, xylitol, or an erythritol blend (most brands of monk fruit or stevia are actually blended with erythritol).

Can diabetics eat cheesecake? ›

Desserts can still be included in the meal if adequate preparation and planning are done in advance. If you have diabetes, eating a lot of cheesecakes with carbs can cause your blood sugar to surge, which increases the likelihood that you will develop issues related to diabetes.

Which cheese has the least carbs? ›

Goat cheese is an excellent choice for someone following the keto diet. It contains 0 carbs, making it a great way to hit your macros — 1 ounce (oz) of goat cheese also offers 103 calories, 8 g of fat, and 6 g of protein, according to the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA).

Can I eat unlimited cheese on keto? ›

Enjoying cheese is one of the pleasures of the keto diet. But that doesn't mean it's unlimited and unrestricted. Nutritionists say that keto practitioners need to be selective with the cheese varieties they consume while on keto and enjoy them only in moderation to avoid disrupting ketosis and hampering weight loss.

What is the highest calorie dessert at Cheesecake Factory? ›

Dessert-wise, the Chocolate Tower Truffle Cake comes in as the most caloric sweet on the menu, followed (surprisingly) by the healthy-sounding Carrot Cake. Outside of deserts, pasta dishes were among the most caloric at the restaurant, occupying five of the top 10 spots.

How many carbs in a slice of salted caramel cheesecake? ›

Tesco Salted Caramel Cheesecake (0.17 cake) contains 34.5g total carbs, 34g net carbs, 11g fat, 4.2g protein, and 253 calories.

How many carbs in a caramel pecan roll? ›

Schwan's Pecan Caramel Roll (1 roll) contains 67g total carbs, 65g net carbs, 20g fat, 7g protein, and 460 calories.

Is the low carb cheesecake at Cheesecake Factory keto friendly? ›

What about dessert? Unfortunately, all of the desserts at The Cheesecake Factory are too high in carbs for a low carb or keto diet, including the “low-licious” cheesecake. While lower in carbs than the standard cheesecake, it still contains 37 grams of total carbs (30 grams of net carbs) per serving.

Do keto desserts kick you out of ketosis? ›

There are tons of keto alternatives out there, including desserts sweetened with stevia, erythritol, or monk fruit, all keto-approved sweeteners that can help you kick your cravings without kicking you out of ketosis.

What sweets can you have on keto? ›

Healthline's picks of the best keto candies
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Does Cheesecake Factory use artificial sweeteners? ›

The introduction of SPLENDA(R) on both its tables and as an ingredient in one of the restaurant's most popular menu items reinforces The Cheesecake Factory's commitment to providing guests with exceptional-tasting, premium choices.

Does Cheesecake Factory have a low sugar cheesecake? ›

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Does cheesecake factory make keto cheesecake? ›

Unfortunately, all of the desserts at The Cheesecake Factory are too high in carbs for a low carb or keto diet, including the “low-licious” cheesecake. While lower in carbs than the standard cheesecake, it still contains 37 grams of total carbs (30 grams of net carbs) per serving.

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