Whip up this delightfully refreshing and creamy low-carb dessert in just 15 minutes! Featuring a smooth, tangy cheesecake filling gently folded with fresh, keto-friendly berries, this “salad” is the perfect easy treat. It’s light, satisfying, and completely guilt-free for your low-carb lifestyle.

Yields: Approx. 8-10 servings (about ½ cup each)

Prep time: 15 minutes

Total time: 15 minutes (plus optional chilling)

Ingredients

• 8 ounces (226g) Full-Fat Cream Cheese, well softened
• ⅓ to ½ cup (approx. 40g-60g) Powdered Low-Carb Sweetener (e.g., Swerve Confectioners, Lakanto Powdered – adjust amount to your desired sweetness)
• ¼ cup (60ml) Heavy Whipping Cream
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract
• 1 teaspoon Fresh Lemon Juice (Optional, adds brightness)
• 1 pound (454g) Fresh Strawberries, hulled and sliced or quartered
• ½ cup (approx. 60g) Fresh Raspberries or Blackberries (Optional, recommended)

Instructions

1. Beat Cream Cheese: In a medium bowl, use an electric hand mixer on medium-high speed to beat the softened cream cheese until completely smooth with no lumps. Scrape down the bowl sides occasionally.
2. Mix Cream Base: In a small, separate bowl, whisk together the heavy cream, powdered sweetener (start with the lower amount), and vanilla extract until the sweetener is dissolved.
3. Combine & Whip: With the mixer on low speed, slowly stream the cream mixture into the beaten cream cheese. Once incorporated, increase the speed to medium-high and whip for 1-2 minutes until the mixture is light, fluffy, and smooth. Beat in the optional lemon juice if using. Taste and add more sweetener if needed.
4. Prepare Fruit: Gently wash and prepare your berries. Place the sliced/quartered strawberries and optional raspberries/blackberries in a large serving bowl.
5. Fold Gently: Spoon the cheesecake mixture over the berries in the large bowl. Use a rubber spatula to gently fold the cream cheese mixture into the berries until just combined. Be careful not to crush the berries or overmix.
6. Serve or Chill: Serve immediately for the freshest taste, or cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld and the salad to chill further.

Helpful Notes:

• Smoothness: Ensuring the cream cheese is fully softened and adding the liquid mixture gradually are key to preventing clumps.
• Best Berries: Stick to lower-carb berries like strawberries, raspberries, blackberries, and blueberries (use blueberries in moderation) for keto-friendliness.
• Make Ahead: For optimal texture, prepare the cheesecake mixture and store it covered in the fridge. Prepare the fruit and store it separately. Fold together just before serving. If the fruit releases excess liquid, drain it briefly before combining.

Estimated Nutritional Information

(Per serving, based on 10 servings, using ½ cup sweetener, 1 lb strawberries, and ½ cup raspberries. Actual values depend on brands and exact portions.)

• Calories: ~117 kcal
• Total Fat: ~10g
  • Saturated Fat: ~6g
• Total Carbohydrates: ~11g
  • Dietary Fiber: ~1g
  • Sugar Alcohols: ~6g (Primarily Erythritol)
• Net Carbohydrates: ~4g
• Protein: ~2g
• Sodium: ~65mg

Disclaimer: Nutrition facts are estimates calculated using standard databases (USDA) and representative values for low-carb ingredients (like erythritol-based sweeteners). Specific brands chosen will impact final values. Net Carbs = Total Carbohydrates – Fiber – Sugar Alcohols. Sugar alcohols generally have minimal impact on blood sugar but can cause digestive sensitivity in some individuals.