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This light, creamy, sugar-free cheesecake is made in the air fryer and is perfect for anyone looking for a lower-carb dessert. It has a smooth, rich texture without added sugar.
Ingredients
For the Cheesecake
- 8 oz (225g) light cream cheese, softened
- ½ cup (120g) plain Greek yogurt
- ¼ cup granulated erythritol or monk fruit sweetener
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch (or 2 teaspoons almond flour for a lower-carb option)
- Pinch of salt
Optional Toppings
- Fresh raspberries or strawberries
- Sugar-free whipped cream
- Lemon zest
- A dusting of unsweetened cocoa powder
Instructions
- Preheat your air fryer to 320°F (160°C).
- Lightly grease a 6-inch (15cm) round cake pan or springform pan that fits your air fryer basket.
- Beat the softened cream cheese until smooth.
- Mix in the Greek yogurt, sweetener, vanilla, lemon juice, cornstarch, and salt until creamy.
- Add the egg and mix just until combined. Avoid overmixing.
- Pour the batter into the prepared pan and smooth the top.
- Air fry at 320°F (160°C) for 18–22 minutes, until the edges are set but the center still has a slight jiggle.
- Turn off the air fryer and leave the cheesecake inside with the basket slightly open for 10 minutes.
- Cool to room temperature, then refrigerate for at least 4 hours (or overnight) before serving.
Optional Almond Crust
If you’d like a crust, combine:
- 1 cup (100g) almond flour
- 2 tablespoons melted butter
- 1 tablespoon erythritol
- ½ teaspoon cinnamon (optional)
Press into the bottom of the pan and air fry for 4 minutes before adding the filling.
Tips
- Use room-temperature ingredients for the smoothest texture.
- Don’t overbake—the cheesecake will continue to set as it cools.
- Chilling overnight gives the best flavor and texture.
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 18–22 minutes
Chill Time: 4 hours
Total Time: About 4½ hours
Servings: 6
💡 For an even lighter version, make it crustless and use fat-free Greek yogurt with reduced-fat cream cheese. It will still be creamy and delicious while being lower in calories and carbohydrates.
