WW Cherry Cheesecake

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The WW Cherry Cheesecake is a luxurious dessert idea for Weight Watchers. This recipe consists of all the products that Weight Watchers can easily consume with no issue. 3 hours and 50 minutes will be the total time requirement for this cheesecake. The lighter and WW-friendly components for this recipe make the WW Cherry Cheesecake guilt-free. This can easily fulfill your sweet craving without including heaviness. The consistency of this dessert is smooth after chilling. We utilize products such as nonfat Greek yogurt & fat-free cream cheese. The topping of cherries will make this dessert feel more fancy than it already is. Make this cheesecake for celebrations, birthdays, events, or family gatherings.

STATS:

  • Prep duration: Fifteen minutes
  • Cook duration: Thirty-five minutes
  • Chilling duration: Three hours
  • Total time: 3 hours & 50 minutes
  • Serving size: 1 slice
  • Caloric count: 140 kcal
  • Course: Dessert
  • Diet: Weight Watchers
  • Serving: 8 servings
  • Cuisine: American

EQUIPMENT:

  • Oven
  • Spatula
  • Measuring spoons & cups
  • Whisk
  • Non-tick saucepan (small)
  • Mixing bowls
  • Springform pan (8 inches)

INGREDIENTS:

CRUST:

  • 1 cup crushed graham crackers (low-fat)
  • 2 tablespoons melted light butter
  • 1 tablespoon zero-calorie sweetener

CHEESECAKE FILLING:

  • Half cup Greek yogurt (nonfat)
  • 16 oz fat-free soft cream cheese
  • Half cup sweetener (zero-calorie)
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 tsp vanilla (extract)

CHERRY TOPPING:

  • 1 cup cherries (pitted)
  • 2 tablespoons water
  • One tablespoon of zero-calorie sweetener
  • 1 teaspoon cornstarch

INGREDIENT NOTES:

LOW-FAT CRUSHED GRAHAM CRACKERS:

  • This provides crunchiness to the base of the cheesecake. These crackers form the crust for this dessert. The caloric count also remains low from using this version of the crackers. Oat flour will also work just fine if you need an alternative for this.

LIGHT BUTTER:

  • Not only does this butter provide flavor to the dessert, but it is lighter than the regular heavy butter. The crust becomes in shape when we mix it with the crackers. Applesauce should work fine for substitution.

FAT-FREE CREAM CHEESE:

  • Cream cheese is what makes the cheesecake classic. In this case, we use the fat-free one for lowering points and calories. Rather than fat-free, you may use reduced-fat cream cheese for substitution, which can raise WW points.

NONFAT GREEK YOGURT:

  • This yogurt can help make this dessert creamy. Fat-free sour cream is an idea to use instead of this.

ZERO-CALORIE SWEETENER:

  • This keeps the dessert lighter than the classic sugar, which is also a better option for Weight Watchers. We still get sweetness from its use. For substitution, sugar is an option, but the points for the WW plan will rise.

EGGS:

  • When the cheesecake settles while chilling in the fridge, eggs are useful for that. If you need an alternative for this component, use an egg substitute.

CHERRIES:

  • This provides the main flavor in the cheesecake. They are sweet and will provide a nice color to the dessert. Raspberries or strawberries will also work great.

INSTRUCTIONS:

  1. Warm your oven to 165°C.
  2. Include the crust components inside a bowl to mix them thoroughly.
  3. After pressing this mix on the base of the springform pan, bake for eight minutes.
  4. Take another bowl and put cream cheese in it.
  5. Beat it till you start to see it becoming smooth.
  6. Mix again after including vanilla, sweetener, and yogurt.
  7. Put an egg into the mixture and mix.
  8. Place in another one and mix again.
  9. After mixing the complete mixture for the filling, transfer it to the top of the crust.
  10. Baking time for this is 35 minutes.
  11. After baking, it needs complete cooling and then chilling for 3 hours.
  12. Cook the topping ingredients inside a saucepan, except the cornstarch.
  13. Allow the mix to start simmering a bit.
  14. Keep mixing the mixture gently.
  15. Create a mixture of water and cornstarch.
  16. Pour this mix into the saucepan.
  17. Cool the topping mix, and then pour it on top of the cheesecake.
  18. Enjoy your delicious and cool cheesecake.

SERVING SUGGESTIONS:

  • For decoration and more flavor, you can consider the addition of mint over the cheesecake.
  • When having coffee or tea with guests or family, this cheesecake will pair perfectly.

TIPS:

  • Be sure to give the cheesecake its complete chilling time so that the cutting of the slices is smooth and even.
  • You can consider the use of parchment paper on the base of the pan so that the cheesecake comes out cleanly after it chills completely.

STORAGE INFORMATION:

FRIDGE:

  • You will need to cover up the cheesecake while refrigerating it for only 4 days.

FREEZER:

  • Cut clean slices of the cheesecake and then freeze them separately for only 1 month.

FAQs:

Is it okay to remove the crust of the cheesecake?

  • You can omit the making of the crust if you like. The omission can reduce WW points.

Will an air fryer work fine for this recipe?

  • Baking is the best option to prepare this recipe.

NUTRITIONAL INFORMATION:

WW Points: 4 points

Vitamin A: 220 IU

Calories: 140 kcal

Net carbs: 6 g

Total carbs: 10 grams

Fiber: 4 g

Protein: 9 grams

Fat: 3 g

Calcium: 120 grams

Iron: 0.8 g

Sodium: 210 g

Potassium: 180 grams

Portion size: 1 slice

Serving: 8