Instant Pot Chocolate Cheesecake (Gluten-Free Recipe)
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At Thanksgiving and Christmas time this year, ditch the traditional pudding and serve this crowd-pleasing Instant Pot Chocolate Cheesecake. It is gluten-free and created with three main ingredients – almond flour, cream cheese, and of course lashings of chocolate!
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Instant Pot Chocolate Cheesecake
The full ingredients list and instructions are found in the printable recipe card at the end of this post. I highly recommend reading the blog post all the way through so that you don’t miss any tips or substitution suggestions and ensure that you have all the ingredients and equipment required and understand the steps and timings involved.
Finding a dessert to satisfy everyone on the holidays can be a tricky one. But with this Instant Pot chocolate cheesecake, I think you can keep several people happy!
Those who love chocolate, those who love cheesecake, and those that are gluten-free will enjoy a slice of this dessert which can be served with or without the decadent chocolate sauce on top.
Making cheesecake in an Instant Pot is pretty simple, just make sure to read the tips section on how to make it the best it can be.
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Ingredients & Equipment Used In This Recipe
While most ingredients can be bought in grocery stores, for your convenience, any specialized or notable ingredients and equipment needed for this recipe have been listed below and linked to Amazon or other stores if available online.
It may not include staple ingredients such as oil, salt, sugar, etc., as you’re likely to have those in your kitchen. The complete list of ingredients with measurements is found in the recipe card.
- Fresh Produce – Strawberries
- Dairy – Unsalted Butter, Cream Cheese, Heavy Cream (Double Cream), Eggs
- Almond Flour – essentially very finely ground almonds.
- Granulated Monk Fruit Sweetener – a 1:1 substitute for sugar. An alternative for those seeking to reduce their sugar intake without having to sacrifice dessert!
- Pure Vanilla Extract – always buy good vanilla as it really does make a flavor difference.
- Cocoa Powder
- Baking Chocolate – or a dark, at least 60% chocolate.
- Coconut Oil
- 7” springform pan (for 6-quart Instant Pot®)
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More Recipes Using Chocolate
One of the hero ingredients in this dish is chocolate, so here are some more recipes using the same:
- Delicious & Decadent Deep Dish Cherry Chocolate Ganache Pie
- How to Make the Most Indulgent Chocolate Fudge Cake Ever!
- Chocolate Hazelnut Truffles – A Delicious Homemade Gift!
More Cheesecake Recipes
Looking for more cheesecakes to make? Check these recipes out next:
- Lemon Blueberry Cheesecake Topped with Lemon Curd
- Instant Pot Cheesecake with Fresh Strawberries & Blueberries
- These Crustless Mini Bite Size Cheesecakes are a Real Crowd Pleaser!
Recipe Tips
- Use a designated seal exclusively for baking with your Instant Pot®. Savory dishes will infuse the seal you normally use and affect the flavor of more delicate recipes like this cheesecake.
- Batter ingredients MUST be at room temperature for this recipe to work. Allow 2 hours or more to achieve the correct temperature.
How Do I Make Instant Pot Chocolate Cheesecake?
Check out the printable recipe card below with full ingredients and instructions. Any demonstration photos do not print out to save your ink.
Instant Pot Chocolate Cheesecake
Ingredients
For the Crust
- 1 cup almond flour
- 3 Tbsp unsalted butter melted
- 3 Tbsp granulated monk fruit sweetener
- 1 tsp real vanilla extract
- 2 Tbsp unsweetened dark cocoa powder
For the Batter
- 2 8-oz/225g blocks cream cheese, room temperature
- 1 tsp real vanilla extract
- ¼ cup heavy cream room temperature
- ⅓ cup powdered monk fruit sweetener*
- 3 oz 85g unsweetened baking chocolate, melted
- 2 large eggs room temperature
- 1¼ cup water
For the Chocolate Sauce
- 1½ Tbsp coconut oil melted
- 3 Tbsp unsweetened dark cocoa powder
- ⅔ cup powdered monk fruit sweetener
- 3 Tbsp heavy cream double cream
To Serve
- 10 large strawberries sliced
Instructions
- Coat the inside of a 7" springform pan with non-stick cooking spray or cut parchment paper to fit the bottom and line the sides. Set aside.
- Prepare the crust by combining all ingredients in a medium bowl. Stir until the ingredients are thoroughly combined.
- Press the crumbly crust into the bottom of the prepared springform pan and spread into a uniform layer covering the entire bottom of the pan. Place in the freezer until ready to use.
- To prepare the batter, beat the room-temperature cream cheese on medium-low speed until just blended. (Do not overwork to avoid incorporating extra air into the batter).
- Add the vanilla extract and beat again for 10 seconds or until just combined.
- Add the heavy cream and the monk fruit sweetener and beat for 10-15 seconds or until just combined. Scrape the sides of the bowl with a rubber spatula to incorporate any remaining ingredients into the batter. *For a sweeter cheesecake, add an additional 1-2 Tbsp powdered monk fruit sweetener.
- Add the melted chocolate and beat briefly until just combined.
- Finally, add the eggs, one at a time, and beat until incorporated into the batter. Scrape the sides of the bowl with a rubber spatula as above.
- Remove the springform pan from the freezer and pour the batter on top of the chilled crust. Smooth into a uniform layer and gently tap the pan on the counter several times to release any air bubbles in the batter.
- Pour the water into the bottom of the Instant Pot® and place the springform pan onto the trivet that comes with the Instant Pot®. Carefully place the trivet with the handles positioned upwards for easy removal.
- Add the lid and lock it into place. Select the “Manual” button and make sure it is set to “High.” Adjust cook time to 30 minutes.
- When cook time is complete, allow pressure to release naturally until the pin drops. Carefully remove the lid and lift the cheesecake out by the trivet handles. Set on the counter to cool for 10-15 minutes before transferring to the refrigerator to chill for at least 4 hours to overnight.
- To make the chocolate sauce, combine all ingredients in a medium bowl and stir until completely blended and smooth.
- Once chilled, pour the chocolate sauce on top, if desired, and garnish with fresh strawberry slices before serving. Enjoy!
Notes
- Use a designated seal exclusively for baking with your Instant Pot®. Savory dishes will infuse the seal you normally use and affect the flavor of more delicate recipes like this cheesecake.
- Batter ingredients MUST be at room temperature for this recipe to work. Allow 2 hours or more to achieve the correct temperature.
- *For a sweeter cheesecake, add an additional 1-2 Tbsp powdered monk fruit sweetener
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Nutrition
Nutritional information is always approximate and will depend on the quality of ingredients used and serving sizes. If you need exact calories and macros, please do your own calculations.
Make It A Holiday Dinner!
You’ve made the dessert, but what about the rest of the courses?
Here are additional recipes to make a full meal for a holiday dinner party!
- Appetizer: Balsamic Mozzarella Stuffed Grape Tomatoes
- Soup: One-Pot Easy Beer Cheese Soup Recipe
- Salad: How to Make Waldorf Salad – A Classic Fruit & Nut Salad
- Main Dish: Maple-Balsamic Pork Chops in 20 Minutes!
- Side Dish: Butter Parsley Baby Potatoes in the Instant Pot
- Beverage: Grapefruit Screwdriver Cocktail
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