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Multiple GAPS cream cheese dessert variations with berries and cocoa

Name: GAPS Cream Cheese Dessert Recipe

Summary: A rich, creamy, and gut-friendly dessert made with homemade GAPS-legal cream cheese, raw honey, and cultured sour cream. This no-bake treat is perfect for anyone following the GAPS protocol or looking for a refined sugar-free indulgence. Easy to customize with berries, citrus, or cacao for delicious variations.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 2 minutes
2 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 19 minutes
Servings: 4
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: GAPS
Calories: 225
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • ngredients:
  • 2 cups homemade cream cheese strained from yogurt or kefir
  • 1/2 cup cultured sour cream or thick GAPS-legal yogurt
  • 3 tbsp raw honey adjust to taste
  • 1 tsp pure vanilla extract no alcohol, if in early stages
  • Pinch of sea salt
  • Optional Flavor Add-ins Choose One or Combine:
  • 1 tsp lemon or orange zest
  • 2 tbsp blended berries strawberries, raspberries, blueberries
  • 1 tbsp raw cacao powder for later GAPS stages
  • 1 tbsp mashed banana

Equipment

  • Equipment:
  • Cheesecloth or nut milk bag (for straining yogurt/kefir)
  • Medium mixing bowl
  • Hand mixer or blender
  • Measuring cups & spoons
  • Spatula
  • Glass containers or ramekins for serving

Method
 

  1. Instructions:
  2. Make the Cream Cheese:
  3. Strain 4 cups of homemade yogurt or kefir through a cheesecloth overnight in the fridge to produce about 2 cups of thick cream cheese.
  4. Mix the Base:
  5. In a bowl, combine the cream cheese, cultured sour cream, honey, vanilla, and sea salt. Blend until smooth using a hand mixer or blender.
  6. Add Flavor (Optional):
  7. Stir in zest, mashed fruit, or cacao powder if desired. Adjust sweetness to taste.
  8. Chill:
  9. Spoon into ramekins or jars. Chill for at least 2 hours to firm up and develop flavor.
  10. Serve:
  11. Garnish with chopped nuts, a drizzle of honey, mint leaves, or fruit slices.

Notes

Notes:
Use only homemade or verified GAPS-legal dairy products.
Raw honey is the preferred sweetener; avoid any sugar or stevia.
This dessert is best enjoyed cold and within 4–5 days.
Adjust honey based on the tartness of your cream cheese.
Can be frozen for up to 2 weeks—thaw before serving.