We always say there is a holiday for everything. Sometimes the holidays make sense and obviously should exist. Sometimes, we are left confused. No one knows why March 6th is National White Chocolate Cheesecake Day. It’s an incredibly specific holiday; you would expect it to have an obvious origin. But its origins are mysterious.
White chocolate isn’t technically chocolate as it doesn’t have cocoa solids. That makes it lower in caffeine, but it’s also unhealthier as it contains more sugar and fat. While one might assume white chocolate is off limits on a low-carb diet, using the right recipe, it can be enjoyed without upsetting blood sugar levels. Here are four low-carb recipes for white chocolate cheesecakes.
As white chocolate can be overwhelmingly sweet, it does well when paired with strong flavors. It can mellow out sharper flavors to make perfect dishes. This dessert combines a creamy cheesecake base with tangy, sharp lemon juice and zest on an almond crust. The whole thing is topped with a white chocolate top. While the dessert may sound complicated, it only takes 25 minutes to make! And each cake is individually portioned. A serving is 244 calories, three grams of carbs, one gram of fiber and 24 grams of fat. Get the recipe.
Our team’s love for bar desserts is well recorded. We love a crust, we love that they are good for packed meals, and they make us feel nostalgic for lemon bars. This bar has a milk chocolate crust and a white chocolate-flavored cheesecake for a double chocolate punch. It’s topped with a homemade raspberry sauce swirl to cut through the sweetness. A serving has 198 calories, 9.9 grams of carbs, 3.1 grams of fiber and 17.1 grams of fat. Get the recipe.
If you love fresh fruit, this will be your favorite dessert on our list. This is a dessert that just happens to be low-carb. It isn’t purposefully low-carb. As is usually the case when we present these recipes, you can cut out more carbs. It calls for whipped topping (like Cool Whip). You can use a sugar-free version of that. It calls for a graham cracker; sugar-free graham crackers are available. This very simple recipe can be made even lighter with small swaps. As it is written, a serving has 120 calories, 10 grams of carbs, one gram of fiber and eight grams of fat. Get the recipe.
This is the most classic recipe on our list. This is a no-bake cheesecake with a classic low-carb tart base and a no-bake filling. This is perfect if you are bringing dessert somewhere and aren’t sure what everyone’s preferences are. No one can be disappointed with this, as it suits everyone’s tastes. The only potential drawback is that the tart has to set in the fridge for four hours before eating. If you are bringing it to a party, that’s fine, but if you want to make it for dinner, be aware that you need to make it in advance. A serving has 392 calories, 11 grams of carbs, seven grams of fiber and 34 grams of fat. Get the recipe.
We hope these recipes let you enjoy this decadent dessert without upsetting your blood sugar while still working toward your goals!
