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No-Bake Oreo Caramel Pecan Cheesecake

Justine Colbert
This no bake Oreo caramel pecan cheesecake is the perfect holiday dessert, with three delicious layers that are completely vegan!

Ingredients
  

Chocolate Cookie Crust

  • 28 chocolate sandwich cookies you can use Oreos, gluten-free Oreos, or Simple Mills Cocoa Cashew Sandwich Cookies
  • 3 tbsp vegan butter melted

Cashew Macadamia Cheesecake Filling

  • 2 cups raw cashews
  • 1 cup raw macadamia nuts
  • ½ cup thick dairy-free vanilla yogurt
  • ⅓ cup coconut cream
  • ⅓ cup pure maple syrup
  • ¼ cup coconut oil melted and slightly cooled
  • 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
  • 2 tsp vanilla extract
  • ¼ tsp sea salt

4 Ingredient Caramel & Pecan Topping

  • ½ cup coconut oil
  • ⅔ cup coconut sugar
  • ¼ cup pure maple syrup
  • 1 tbsp unsweetened dairy-free milk
  • 2 cups chopped pecans

Instructions
 

Make the Chocolate Cookie Crust

  • Add the chocolate sandwich cookies to a food processor. Process until they form fine crumbs.
  • Transfer the crumbs to a bowl. Add the melted vegan butter and mix until evenly combined.
  • Press the mixture firmly into the bottom of an 8-inch springform pan. Create an even, thick layer.
  • Place the crust in the freezer for 20 minutes while you prepare the filling.

Make the Cheesecake Filling

  • Add the cashews, macadamia nuts, dairy-free yogurt, coconut cream, maple syrup, melted coconut oil, lemon juice, vanilla, and salt to a high-speed blender.
  • Blend until completely smooth and creamy. Stop to scrape down the sides as needed. A high-speed blender like a Vitamix does not require soaking the nuts first.
  • Pour the filling over the prepared crust. Smooth the top with a spatula.
  • Cover and refrigerate overnight, or until completely firm.
  • Make the Caramel Pecan Topping
  • Add the coconut oil to a small saucepan over low heat. Once melted, stir in the coconut sugar and maple syrup.
  • Increase the heat to medium-high. Stir constantly as the mixture begins to bubble. Continue cooking for 2–3 minutes.
  • Add the dairy-free milk and stir until smooth and glossy. Remove from the heat.
  • Stir in the chopped pecans until they are evenly coated in caramel. Allow the topping to cool before adding it to the cheesecake.
  • Assemble and Serve
  • Once the cheesecake has set, spread the cooled caramel pecan topping evenly over the surface.
  • Return the cheesecake to the refrigerator for 30–45 minutes to allow the topping to firm.
  • Carefully release the springform pan. Slice and serve chilled!