HEALTHY CHEESECAKE

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This creamy dessert has a mild lemon flavor that offers a refreshing twist to the old-time favorite. -Jean Castle, Comer, Georgia

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 1h15m

Yield 12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 cup reduced-fat graham cracker crumbs (about 5 whole crackers)
1/4 cup packed brown sugar
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
2 tablespoons butter, melted
FILLING:
2 cups 2% cottage cheese
1 cup reduced-fat plain yogurt
4 ounces reduced-fat cream cheese
3/4 cup sugar
1/2 cup egg substitute
3 tablespoons cake flour
2 tablespoons lemon juice
1/2 teaspoon grated lemon zest
1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, combine the graham cracker crumbs, brown sugar and cinnamon; stir in butter. Press onto the bottom and 1 in. up the sides of a 9-in. springform pan coated with cooking spray. Place on a baking sheet. Bake at 325° for 10 minutes. Cool on a wire rack., In a blender or food processor, combine cottage cheese and yogurt. Cover and process until smooth; set aside. In a large bowl, beat cream cheese and sugar until smooth. Add egg substitute; beat on low speed just until combined. Stir in the flour, lemon juice, lemon zest and vanilla. Fold in cottage cheese mixture. Pour into crust. , Return pan to baking sheet. Bake at 325° for 40-45 minutes or until center is almost set. Cool on a wire rack for 10 minutes. Carefully run a knife around edge of pan to loosen; cool 1 hour longer. Refrigerate overnight. Remove sides of pan. Refrigerate leftovers.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 197 calories, Fat 5g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 18mg cholesterol, Sodium 284mg sodium, Carbohydrate 29g carbohydrate (22g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 8g protein.

Huzaifa Vlogs
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Delicious and easy to make.


Amina Bajwa
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This cheesecake was amazing! It was so creamy and delicious, and the crust was perfect. I will definitely be making this again.


O wApey Shahi
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This was a great recipe! The cheesecake was easy to make and turned out perfectly. It was creamy and delicious, and the crust was the perfect balance of crispy and crumbly. I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone looking for a delicious an


Nayana Chandrasiri
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I'm not a huge fan of cheesecake, but I have to say, this recipe was pretty good. The crust was nice and crispy, and the filling was creamy and flavorful. I would definitely make it again.


Dirk Lourens
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This cheesecake was delicious! I made it for a potluck and it was a huge hit. Everyone loved it. The crust was perfect and the filling was creamy and flavorful. I will definitely be making this again.


Chinedu Okon
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This cheesecake was a breeze to make and turned out perfectly. The crust was crispy and the filling was smooth and creamy. I loved the hint of lemon flavor. It was the perfect dessert for a special occasion.


Nizhamu Deen
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I was a bit skeptical about trying a healthier cheesecake, but I was pleasantly surprised. This cheesecake was just as delicious as any other cheesecake I've had, but it was also much lighter and less guilt-inducing. I will definitely be making this


Hurab Ali
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This cheesecake is amazing! The texture is so smooth and creamy, and the flavor is perfectly balanced. I love that it's not too sweet, and the crust is the perfect complement. I will definitely be making this again and again.


zarc Jorala
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I've tried many cheesecake recipes before, but this one is by far the best. It's so easy to make and always turns out perfectly. I love that it's a healthier version too, without sacrificing any of the flavor.


Govin Lama
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This cheesecake was a hit at my party! It was so creamy and delicious, and the crust was the perfect combination of crispy and crumbly. I will definitely be making this again.