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Vegan Mango Cheesecake Bars

Last updated on June 7, 2017 By Kate Kasbee 9 Comments

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vegan mango cheesecake
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vegan mango cheesecake
The reason I bring up the cookbook in this post is because I wrote a cheesecake recipe that got thrown out in the final selection process. Cashews aren’t exactly budget-friendly, and the silken tofu I tested with just wasn’t up to snuff. I stashed that recipe away in my brain files because I knew it’d make a great blog post. The mango is a new addition, inspired by the colors of blossoming spring flowers. I am consistently amazed by nature and its ability to produce such gorgeous fruits and vegetables. The brilliant, yellowish orange of the mango in this cheesecake is no exception.

Sweet, tangy, tart, and creamy, these vegan mango cheesecake bars serve as a delicious reminder that spring is here and summer is on its way. They’d make a gorgeous Easter dessert, especially when topped with vibrant edible flowers in a bright blue or purple hue. You can find them at your local farmers’ market or online. Gourmet Sweet Botanicals and Melissa’s will ship them overnight so they arrive fresh.

I recommend using an 8”x 8” baking pan for ease of assembling the cheesecake and keeping it together. If you don’t have one, you can use a deep-sided baking sheet and just spread the crust halfway across. It’s not as easy, but it certainly does the trick.

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Vegan Mango Cheesecake Bars

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  • Author: Well Vegan
  • Prep Time: 30 mins
  • Cook Time: 4 hours
  • Total Time: 4 hours 30 minutes
  • Yield: 12 bars 1x
  • Category: Dessert
  • Cuisine: Vegan
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Sweet, tangy, tart, and creamy, these vegan mango cheesecake bars serve as a delicious reminder that spring is here and summer is on its way.


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Ingredients

  • 1 ¼ cup graham cracker crumbs
  • 1/8 tsp. sea salt
  • ¼ cup coconut oil, melted
  • 1 1/2 cups raw cashews, soaked at least 6 hours
  • 1/2 cup coconut cream (the solid stuff from a can of coconut milk or try SO Delicious Culinary Coconut milk)
  • 1/2 tsp. vanilla extract
  • 2 Tbsp. agave nectar or maple syrup
  • 1/4 cup + 1 Tbsp. lemon juice
  • 2 cups fresh mango, diced (thaw if using frozen mango)
  • 2 tsp. arrowroot powder
  • 1 Tbsp. cool water

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350F degrees and line an 8”x8” square pan with a piece of parchment paper. Cut the parchment paper a few inches larger than the pan so it goes up the sides. If you don’t have an 8”x8” pan, you can use a deep baking sheet with sides at least 1 inch high.
  2. Combine the graham cracker and sea salt in a food processor. Process until the consistency is very fine. Continue to process as you slowly drizzle the melted coconut oil through the top.
  3. Transfer the graham cracker mixture to the prepared pan and use your fingers to press down firmly and evenly. If you’re using a baking sheet, stop about halfway across so your crust isn’t too thin. Bake for 5 to 7 minutes, until the top of the crust is golden brown. Remove from the oven and set aside while you prepare the filling.
  4. Wipe out the bowl of your food processor. Then add the cashews, coconut cream, vanilla extract, agave nectar or maple syrup, and lemon juice and process until silky smooth. Add a touch more lemon juice or a pinch of salt to brighten the flavor, if needed. If you like a sweeter cheesecake, add a bit more agave or maple syrup.
  5. Pour the cheesecake mixture on top of the graham cracker crust and use a rubber spatula to spread it evenly. Put the cheesecake in the freezer to set while you prepare the mango topping.
  6. Wipe out your food processor once again. Add the mango and puree until very smooth. Meanwhile, in a medium mixing bowl, dissolve the arrowroot powder in 1 tablespoon of water. Once the mango is completely puréed, add it to the bowl. Whisk the mango and dissolved arrowroot powder together until the mixture thickens slightly.
  7. Remove the chilled cheesecake from the freezer. Pour the pureed mango on top and use a rubber spatula to spread it smoothly. Cover the pan with plastic wrap and place in the freezer for at least 4 hours.
  8. Once the cheesecake is frozen, you should be able to lift it out of the pan by grabbing the sides of the parchment paper. Carefully transfer the cheesecake to a cutting board. Using a very sharp knife, slice the cheesecake lengthwise into 2-inch bars (you should have 4 total). Then, cut those slices into thirds to create 12 evenly sized bars.
  9. Allow the mango cheesecake bars to thaw at room temperature before serving, 30 – 40 minutes, depending on how warm your kitchen is. If you don’t plan to serve them right away, these bars also keep in the freezer for to 1–2 weeks in an air-tight container.

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  1. AvatarCheryl

    May 16, 2017 at 7:44 pm

    These almost look too pretty to eat!

  2. AvatarJan

    May 16, 2017 at 8:35 pm

    Wow this looks great! I’l l have to make it next time my friends come over!

  3. AvatarSheri

    May 17, 2017 at 4:36 am

    These look fantastic and easy to make only it takes so long to get ready. I would love to eat them so fast!

  4. AvatarWell Vegan

    May 17, 2017 at 12:56 pm

    @Sheri – Waiting is the hardest part! But you can always have a batch of these amazing bars waiting for you in the freezer. And thaw a few out as you like 🙂

  5. AvatarWell Vegan

    May 17, 2017 at 12:57 pm

    @Jan – These are perfect for entertaining! They look amazing and are so easy to pull together ahead of time 🙂

  6. AvatarWell Vegan

    May 17, 2017 at 12:58 pm

    @Cheryl – Don’t let that stop you!

  7. AvatarMary Castello

    July 4, 2017 at 11:21 pm

    Has anyone actually made this recipe?

  8. AvatarKatie Koteen

    July 7, 2017 at 8:30 am

    Hey Mary! I’m not sure if anyone else out there has made them, but FYI all the recipes here are made separately, by both Kate and I so we know they’re GOOD! And these are FABULOUS 🙂

  9. AvatarLexa

    April 3, 2019 at 7:24 pm

    I tried this recipe today and I will say it isn’t the easiest thing in the world to pull off, but I think they came out really well and the creaminess of the cheesecake portion paired very well with the sweet, tropical flavor of the fresh mango. My main criticism is that it can’t stay out for very long without drooping into a little bit of a mess. Not ideal for large social gatherings, put perfect for occasions when you know they will be eaten immediately.

    And I mean, me and my boyfriend would have eaten it all in one sitting if we hadn’t just had dinner. Consuming them quickly was a non-issue for us. 😉

    ★★★★

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