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Vegan Mango Cheesecake Bars

Creamy Vegan Mango Cheesecake Bars That Melt in Your Mouth

These Vegan Mango Cheesecake Bars are a refreshing, no-bake dessert that combines a nut-date crust and creamy mango filling, perfect for warm afternoons.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Setting Time 4 hours
Total Time 4 hours 30 minutes
Servings: 9 bars
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: Vegan
Calories: 200

Ingredients
  

For the Base
  • 1 cup Almonds Feel free to substitute with hazelnuts, walnuts, or pecans.
  • 12 pieces Pitted Dates Fresh medjool dates require less quantity, or use maple syrup as an alternative.
For the Creamy Mango Filling
  • 1 cup Raw Cashews Soaked for at least 4 hours.
  • 2 cups Frozen/Fresh Mango Chunks Canned mango puree works too.
  • 1 cup Dairy-Free Yogurt Thick cashew or coconut yogurt can be substitutes.
  • 1/3 cup Maple Syrup Agave nectar or rice malt syrup can be used.
  • 1/4 cup Melted Cacao Butter Alternatively, use vegan white chocolate or coconut oil.
  • 2 tablespoons Lemon/Lime Juice or Passionfruit Pulp
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract (optional) Omit if a simpler taste is preferred.
For the Fruity Topping
  • 1 cup Additional Mango Chunks Any additional fruit puree can be used creatively.
  • 1 tablespoon Cornstarch Arrowroot can serve as a good alternative thickener.
  • 1/2 cup Passionfruit Pulp Fresh or canned passionfruit work beautifully.

Equipment

  • Food Processor
  • Blender
  • 8-inch square cake pan
  • Small saucepan

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Line an 8-inch square cake pan with parchment paper. Pulse the almonds in a food processor until they resemble coarse crumbs, about 30 seconds. Add the pitted dates and blend until combined and slightly sticky. Press the mixture into the bottom of the prepared pan.
  2. Drain the soaked cashews and place in a blender with the mango chunks, dairy-free yogurt, maple syrup, melted cacao butter, lemon juice, and vanilla extract. Blend on high until smooth and creamy, about 1-2 minutes.
  3. Pour the filling over the crust, smoothing the top with a spatula. Transfer to the refrigerator for at least 4 hours, or until firm.
  4. In a small saucepan over medium heat, combine the additional mango chunks, passionfruit pulp, and cornstarch. Cook while stirring until the mixture thickens, about 5-7 minutes. Allow to cool slightly before spreading over the set filling.
  5. Return the pan to the refrigerator for an additional 30 minutes to allow the topping to firm up slightly.
  6. Lift the cheesecake bars from the pan using the parchment paper and slice with a warm knife.

Nutrition

Serving: 1barCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 3gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gSodium: 5mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 3gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 5IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 2mgIron: 4mg

Notes

Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 5 days or freeze for up to 1 month. Thaw in the refrigerator before serving.

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