How to Make Low-Carb Instant Pot® Cheesecake - A Step-by-Step Guide

Cheesecake is a classic dessert loved by many, but it often comes with a hefty dose of sugar and carbs. However, with the rise of low-carb and keto diets, many people are looking for ways to enjoy their favorite treats without all the added sugar and carbohydrates. That's where this Low-Carb Instant Pot® Cheesecake comes in! With a few simple swaps, you can enjoy a delicious and creamy cheesecake that won't derail your low-carb lifestyle.

Utilizing the Instant Pot® makes this cheeseca...

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Ingredients

  • 1 teaspoon vegetable oil, or as needed
  • 2 (8 ounce) packages cream cheese, at room temperature
  • ⅔ cup low-carb sugar substitute (such as Swerve®)
  • 1 lemon, zested
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2 eggs, at room temperature

Information

  • Prep Time: 20 mins
  • Cook Time: 40 mins
  • Additional Time: 4 hrs
  • Total Time: 5 hrs
  • Servings: 8
  • Yield: 1 cheesecake

  • Oil a springform pan that will fit inside your electric pressure cooker (such as Instant Pot®). Cover the bottom and sides of the pan tightly with a single sheet of aluminum foil to prevent water from entering.
  • Blend cream cheese in a bowl using an electric mixer until completely smooth. Add sugar substitute, lemon zest, and vanilla extract; blend until just incorporated. Add eggs 1 at a time, mixing until just combined. Pour batter into the prepared pan.
  • Place the rack inside your Instant Pot®. Add 1 inch of water to the pot. Lower the filled springform pan carefully onto the rack.
  • Lock the lid into place. Bring to high pressure according to manufacturer's instructions; cook for 20 minutes.
  • Release pressure through natural-release method, about 20 minutes. Remove cheesecake carefully. Remove foil and gently blot off any water that may have splashed onto the cheesecake. Cover with plastic wrap; refrigerate until set, 4 hours to overnight.
  • Nutrition

    296 cal.

    • Total Fat: 21g
    • Saturated Fat: 13g
    • Cholesterol: 108mg
    • Sodium: 189mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 2g
    • Total Sugars: 0g
    • Protein: 25g
    • Vitamin C: 1mg
    • Calcium: 52mg
    • Iron: 1mg
    • Potassium: 87mg