Tofu and Banana Cheesecake
This creamy cheesecake has a tofu base that allows for an extra fluffy finish, minus the dairy
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This longtime dessert favorite at Mildreds is easy to re-create at home. Be sure to use agar powder, not flakes, and creamed coconut, not coconut milk, for the best taste and creamiest texture. Because agar powder’s gelling power can vary from brand to brand, we’ve provided a range measurement. Start with the smallest amount, and add more if the filling looks thin.
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Ingredients
Biscuit base
- 12 oz. English digestive biscuits, such as McVities
- 4 oz. dark chocolate chips (2/3 cup)
- 7 Tbsp. vegan margarine, melted and cooled
Filling
- 1 cup maple syrup
- 1 cup unsweetened apple juice
- 1/4 cup Demerara or turbinado sugar
- 1/2-1 tsp. agar powder, such as Now Foods
- 1 16-oz. pkg. firm tofu, drained
- 1 7-oz can or box creamed coconut
- 5 bananas
- 1/2 cup toasted coconut
Preparation
1. To make Biscuit Base: Process biscuits and chocolate chips in food processor until finely chopped. Add margarine, and pulse until combined.
2. Press Biscuit Base in bottom of 10-inch springform pan, packing down with back of hand.
3. To make Filling: Bring maple syrup, apple juice, sugar, and agar powder 
to a boil in large saucepan. Reduce heat to medium-low, and simmer 10 minutes, stirring often.
4. Transfer mixture to blender, add tofu and creamed coconut, and blend until smooth.
5. Slice bananas, and place over Biscuit Base. Pour tofu mixture over top. Chill until set. Garnish with toasted coconut.
Nutrition Information
- Calories 409
- Carbohydrate Content 50 g
- Cholesterol Content 0 mg
- Fat Content 22 g
- Fiber Content 5 g
- Protein Content 6 g
- Saturated Fat Content 12 g
- Sodium Content 175 mg
- Sugar Content 30 g