The WW Air Fryer 8-Minute Cheesecake is light and delicious. This dessert has 150 calories and 8 grams of protein in each serving. It takes 2 hours and 13 minutes to prepare this dessert, a perfect choice for busy days. It contains reduced-fat cream cheese, non-fat Greek yogurt, granulated zero-calorie sweetener, egg, vanilla extract, lemon juice, cornstarch, salt, lemon zest, berries, and light sugar-free fruit sauce. This recipe does not have gluten or nuts included, which makes the cheesecake perfect for people who have a nut allergy. We may pair this dessert with cherry sauce, cinnamon apples, baked peaches, Greek yogurt, lemon tea, or black coffee. Include this cake in the container to store for four days.
STATS:
- Total Time: 2 hours 13 minutes
- Calories: 150 kcal
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Cook Time: 8 minutes
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Weight Watchers
- Course: Dessert
- Serving: 6
- Chilling Time: 2 hours
EQUIPMENT:
- Air fryer
- 6-inch round cake pan
- Mixing bowl
- Hand mixer
- Measuring cups
- Rubber spatula
- Baking paper
- Wire rack
- Measuring spoons
INGREDIENTS:
- 1 tsp lemon zest
- 8 oz softened reduced-fat cream cheese
- 1 tbsp cornstarch
- Quarter cup granulated zero-calorie sweetener
- 1 large egg
- Half cup non-fat plain Greek yogurt
- 1 tsp pure vanilla extract
- Quarter cup fresh berries
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- Quarter tsp salt
- 1 tbsp light sugar-free fruit sauce
INGREDIENT NOTES:
REDUCED-FAT CREAM CHEESE:
- It includes a classic creamy and tangy cheesecake taste in the dessert. Cream cheese makes the batter smooth when we add it after softening. You may use neufchatel cheese as per your preference.
ZERO-CALORIE SWEETENER:
- This sweetener makes the cake sweet without adding sugar. Include regular granulated sugar if you are not adding sweetener.
CORNSTARCH:
- It helps to make the cheesecake firm and improves the structure. Cornstarch also cooks the ingredients quickly in the air fryer. You may use arrowroot starch as a substitute.
SUGAR-FREE FRUIT SAUCE:
- This sauce gives moisture and a fruity taste to the cheesecake. It does not make the cake too sweet and keeps the calories low. You may use mashed fresh berries as an alternative.
INSTRUCTIONS:
- Spray the cooking oil on the pan and put the baking papper in it.
- Add the soft cream cheese and sweetener in the vessel and beat it.
- Include the lemon juice, egg, vanilla extract, Greek yogurt, and lemon zest in the vessel & mix.
- Add the cornstarch and salt then mix properly to make the smooth batter.
- Pour the cheesecake batter into the pan and smooth the top with a spatula.
- Put the pan in the air fryer for 8 minutes at 320°F.
- Now take it out and put in on the wire rack and leave it to get cool.
- Now cover the cheesecake and put it in the fridge for two hours.
- Lastly, take out the cheesecake from the pan and slice it into 6 pieces.
SERVING SUGGESTIONS:
BERRY:
- Mixed Berry Salad
- Strawberry Mint Salad
- Raspberry Compote
- Blueberry Lemon Sauce
- Blackberry Sauce
CITRUS:
- Lemon Curd
- Orange Slices
- Lemon Berry Relish
- Orange Yogurt
- Citrus Fruit Salad
CRUNCHY TOPPINGS:
- Toasted Oats
- Granola Crumble
- Cinnamon Crumbs
- Graham Cracker Crumbs
- Toasted Coconut
TOPPINGS:
- Light Chocolate Drizzle
- Caramel Drizzle
- Honey Drizzle
- Maple Drizzle
- Cinnamon Sugar
CREAMY:
- Vanilla Greek Yogurt
- Whipped Yogurt
- Light Whipped Cream
- Vanilla Cream
- Berry Yogurt
HOLIDAY:
- Spiced Apples
- Cranberry Compote
- Pumpkin Spice Fruit
- Cinnamon Pears
- Gingerbread Crumbs
TIPS:
- Add the soft cream cheese to make the smooth and lump-free batter.
- Include the batter in the 6 inch pan to cook the cheesecake evenly and get better results.
- Put the toppings at the time of serving so the cheesecake remains fresh and does not get soggy.
- Cut the cheesecake when it get chill properly to make the clean slices.
STORAGE INFORMATION:
FRIDGE:
- Add the cheesecake slices in the container & store for four days.
FREEZER:
- Wrap the slices separately, then add in the box to freeze for 60 days.
FAQs:
Can I include full-fat cream cheese in the recipe?
- Yes, full-fat cream cheese makes the dessert richer and creamier, but it increases the calories and points.
Does regular sugar work best in the cheesecake?
- Yes, it gives better results in the dessert, but the points and nutritional information get higher.
Can I exclude lemon from this recipe?
- Yes, you may skip lemon if you want a less bright taste in the cheesecake.
Is this cheesecake good for people who have a nut allergy?
- Yes, this recipe has no nuts included, which makes the cake perfect for people who have a nut allergy.
NUTRITIONAL INFORMATION:
Net Carbs: 7 grams
Iron: 0.3 g
Total Carbs: 9 grams
Calories: 150 kcal
Vitamin A: 650 IU
Fiber: 0.3 grams
Calcium: 75 mg
Protein: 8 grams
Sodium: 210 mg
Potassium: 105 milligrams
Weight Watcher Points: 3 Points