Rosanna Davison has started her festive season preparations! She recently stopped by Carrickmines Park to stock up on all her baking essentials, you can see what she picked up here.

Now, she’s ready to whip up some of her favourite Christmas treats, perfect for sharing with family and friends.

For those who love indulging in delicious yet healthier desserts, Rosanna’s Chocolate Cheesecake is a must-try this holiday season. Free from refined sugar, gluten, and dairy, it’s a guilt-free treat that’s as wholesome as it is indulgent.

Here’s the recipe straight from Rosanna’s kitchen:

Rosanna’s Festive Chocolate Cheesecake

Serves: 6

Ingredients

For the Base:

• 150g dates (pitted, soaked for 20 minutes in hot water)
• 100g raw unsalted pecans
• 2 tbsp unsweetened desiccated coconut
• 2 tbsp almond butter (smooth or crunchy)
• 1 tbsp coconut oil (melted)
• 1 tsp vanilla extract or powder

For the Cheesecake Filling:

• 2 x 400ml tins of full-fat coconut milk (chilled overnight)
• 6 tbsp raw cacao powder (or unsweetened dark cocoa powder)
• 6 tbsp pure maple syrup (or honey)
• 1 tsp vanilla extract or powder
• ½ ripe avocado (stoned)
• 1 tbsp coconut oil (melted)
• 1–2 tbsp unsweetened almond milk (to blend)
• 70g mixed fresh berries (for decoration)

Instructions

1. Prepare the Base:
   Blend the dates, pecans, desiccated coconut, almond butter, melted coconut oil, and vanilla extract in a food processor until a sticky dough forms. Press it evenly into the base of a 20cm springform tin or silicone pan.
2. Make the Filling:
   Scoop 6 tablespoons of coconut cream from the chilled tins into a blender. Add cacao powder, maple syrup, vanilla, avocado, and melted coconut oil. Blend until smooth, adding almond milk as needed for consistency.
3. Assemble the Cheesecake:
   Spread the filling over the base, smoothing the top with a spatula. Freeze for 30–45 minutes until set.
4. Decorate and Serve:
   Top with fresh berries, slice, and enjoy chilled!

Notes:

• This cheesecake keeps well in the fridge for 3–4 days in an airtight container.
• Serve with whipped coconut cream for an extra festive touch!

Catch Rosanna’s baking adventures and more festive inspiration on our Instagram page.