Keto Cheesecake Bites With No Biscuit Base

The ketogenic diet doesn’t mean giving up desserts. These cheesecake bites skip the traditional biscuit base, cutting carbs without sacrificing flavour. They’re ideal for when you need a sweet fix without derailing ketosis.

Why skip the biscuit base?

Traditional cheesecake bases use digestives or similar biscuits, which are high in refined carbohydrates. A single digestive biscuit contains around 9g of carbs. By eliminating the base entirely, these bites save roughly 5g net carbs per serving compared to conventional recipes. The texture comes entirely from the creamy filling, which sets firm enough to hold its shape.

Ingredients you’ll need

For 12 bites:

200g full-fat cream cheese (Philadelphia or supermarket own-brand like Tesco’s £1.25 200g tub)
60g powdered erythritol (Natvia or Sukrin, £5-£7 for 200g at most UK supermarkets)
1 tsp vanilla extract
1 large egg
60ml double cream
Pinch of salt

Method

1. Preheat oven to 160°C (140°C fan). Line a 12-hole mini muffin tin with paper cases. 2. Beat cream cheese and erythritol until smooth. 3. Add vanilla, egg, cream and salt, mixing until fully incorporated. 4. Divide mixture evenly between cases (about 1 heaped tbsp per bite). 5. Bake for 15 minutes until set but still slightly wobbly in the centre. 6. Cool completely before refrigerating for at least 2 hours.

Nutritional information

Per bite:

Calories: 85
Fat: 8g
Protein: 2g
Net carbs: 2g

What this means in practice

These cheesecake bites fit easily into a keto diet, where most people aim for 20-50g net carbs daily. At 2g per serving, they’re practical even for strict keto followers. The erythritol provides sweetness without spiking blood sugar, as shown in studies comparing sweeteners’ metabolic effects (Westman EC et al., 2008).

For convenience, keep a batch in the fridge for up to 5 days. They’re particularly useful during British summer months when you want something cool and sweet without the sugar crash.

Variations to try

Add 10g cocoa powder to the mix for chocolate cheesecake bites
Swirl through 1 tbsp sugar-free raspberry jam before baking
Top with keto whipped cream and crushed nuts

Frequently asked questions

Can I freeze these cheesecake bites?

Yes, they freeze well for up to 3 months. Thaw in the fridge overnight before serving.

What if I don’t have erythritol?

Monk fruit sweetener works similarly. Avoid granulated stevia as it can leave a bitter aftertaste in dairy-based recipes.

Are these suitable for people with diabetes?

While they contain no added sugar, anyone with diabetes should monitor their blood glucose response to sugar alcohols like erythritol.

The bottom line

These no-base cheesecake bites prove you don’t need carbs for satisfying desserts. With just six ingredients and 20 minutes’ hands-on time, they’re simpler than traditional cheesecake while being firmly keto-friendly. If you’d rather not do the macro maths yourself, the Keto Dieting app does it for you on Google Play and the App Store.

Educational only — not medical advice. This article is for general information. Speak to your GP before changing your diet, especially if you have type 1 or type 2 diabetes, kidney or liver disease, are pregnant or breastfeeding, or take medication for blood pressure, cholesterol, or blood glucose.

References

Westman EC, Yancy WS, Mavropoulos JC, Marquart M, McDuffie JR (2008). The effect of a low-carbohydrate, ketogenic diet versus a low-glycemic index diet on glycemic control in type 2 diabetes mellitus. Nutrition & Metabolism. https://doi.org/10.1186/1743-7075-5-36
Paoli A, Rubini A, Volek JS, Grimaldi KA (2013). Beyond weight loss: a review of the therapeutic uses of very-low-carbohydrate (ketogenic) diets. European Journal of Clinical Nutrition. https://doi.org/10.1038/ejcn.2013.116