WW Cherry Cheesecake Bites

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The WW Cherry Cheesecake Bites are very light and delicious. They have 105 calories in each serving and three Weight Watchers points. These bites need two hours and 33 minutes to prepare, perfect for quick dessert cravings. We may serve them at lunches, feasts, events, holidays, festivals, or get-togethers. The ingredients in this recipe are vanilla wafer cookies, light cream cheese, Greek yogurt, monk fruit sweetener, egg, vanilla extract, cornstarch, almond extract, cherries, and no-added-sugar cherry pie filling. There are dairy products included in this recipe; use vegan cream cheese and vegan yogurt if you have a dairy allergy. We can prepare this dessert easily and simply. Pair this dessert with Greek yogurt Parfait, apple slices, blueberries, iced coffee, cherries, herbal tea, or orange segments. Include these bites in the container to store for five days.

STATS:

  • Total Time: 2 hours 33 minutes
  • Calories: 105 kcal
  • Diet: Weight Watchers
  • Cooking Time: 18 minutes
  • Serving Size: 2 cheesecake bites
  • Cuisine: American
  • Servings: 12
  • Course: Dessert
  • Preparation Time: 15 minutes
  • Chilling Time: 2 hours

EQUIPMENT:

  • Mini cupcake liners
  • Electric hand mixer
  • Mixing bowls
  • Measuring cups
  • Spoon
  • 24-cup mini muffin pan
  • Rubber spatula
  • Cooling rack
  • Measuring spoons
  • Refrigerator

INGREDIENTS:

  • 12 reduced-fat vanilla wafer cookies
  • Quarter cup granulated monk fruit sweetener
  • 1 large egg
  • Half cup chopped cherries
  • 8 oz softened light cream cheese
  • Half cup fat-free plain Greek yogurt
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • Half tsp almond extract
  • 1 tbsp cornstarch
  • Quarter cup no-sugar-added cherry pie filling

INGREDIENT NOTES:

REDUCED-FAT VANILLA WAFER COOKIES:

  • We use this ingredient to make the simple crust of the bites. It keeps the cheesecake filling delicious and adds a light vanilla taste. You may use light digestive biscuits as per your preference.

LIGHT CREAM CHEESE:

  • It gives the signature cheesecake taste and makes the creamy texture. Cream cheese holds the filling together and keeps the dessert smooth. You may use blended low-fat cottage cheese as an alternative.

FAT-FREE PLAIN GREEK YOGURT:

  • This yogurt makes a lighter filling and includes creaminess without fat. It gives a soft texture and pleasant tangy taste in the bites. You may use light sour cream as another option.

GRANULATED MONK FRUIT SWEETENER:

  • The sweetener dissolves easily in the batter and keeps the calories low. You may use allulose as a substitute.

NO-ADDED-SUGAR CHERRY PIE FILLING:

  • It includes classic cherry cheesecake topping and makes the dessert attractive. Cherry pie filling keeps the surface moist and gives extra fruit taste. You may use mashed fresh cherries as a replacement.

INSTRUCTIONS:

  1. First, cover the muffin pan with paper liners and warm the oven to 325°F.
  2. Then include one reduced-fat vanilla wafer in the liners.
  3. Beat light cream cheese in the bowl to make a smooth mixture, then include Greek yogurt and sweetener.
  4. Mix the ingredients well and beat the egg in it.
  5. Include vanilla extract, cornstarch, and almond extract to make a smooth mixture.
  6. Fold in cherries, then put the filling evenly on the cookies.
  7. Bake them for 18 minutes till the centers get set, then cool the bites for two hours.
  8. Lastly, add a spoonful of cherry pie filling on each bite and serve.

SERVING SUGGESTIONS:

FRUITS:

  • Fresh Strawberries
  • Blueberries
  • Raspberries
  • Blackberries
  • Fresh Cherries

BREAKFAST:

  • Greek Yogurt Parfait
  • Cottage Cheese Bowl
  • Fresh Fruit Salad
  • Overnight Oats
  • Protein Smoothie
  • Berry Smoothie Bowl

SNACKS:

  • Apple Slices
  • Pear Slices
  • Mixed Grapes
  • Roasted Almonds
  • Pistachios
  • Rice Cakes

COLD DRINKS:

  • Iced Coffee
  • Cold Brew Coffee
  • Unsweetened Iced Tea
  • Sparkling Water with Lemon
  • Cherry Sparkling Water
  • Lemon Infused Water

BRUNCH:

  • Veggie Egg Muffins
  • Whole Wheat Toast
  • Turkey Bacon
  • Mini Spinach Frittatas
  • Fresh Fruit Platter
  • Low-Fat Yogurt Cups

DESSERT:

  • Mini Fruit Skewers
  • Lemon Bars
  • Mini Brownie Bites
  • Fresh Mint Garnish
  • Mixed Berry Cups

TIPS:

  • Cover the muffin pan with paper lines to remove the bites easily without cracking.
  • A cookie scoop helps to make the even portions and the bites cook better.
  • Decorate the  bites with cherry topping when need to serve so the dessert look fresh.
  • Include dry cherries so the recipe contains less moisture and thick filling.

STORAGE INFORMATION:

FRIDGE:

  • Put the cherry cheesecake bites in the container to store for five days.

FREEZER:

  • Freeze the bites without topping in the box for two months.

FAQs:

How can I make this dessert without baking?

  • Include gelatin or another setting ingredient if you want a no-bake version.

Is flavored Greek yogurt good to include in this recipe?

  • Yes, you may add vanilla or cherry-flavored fat-free Greek yogurt for the sweet taste in the bites.

Can I add other flavors in the cheesecake filling?

  • Yes, you may add lemon zest, cinnamon, or coconut extract for more tastes.

NUTRITIONAL INFORMATION:

Net Carbs: 10 g

Iron: 0.4 grams

Total Carbs: 12 g

Calories: 105 kcal

Vitamin A: 520 IU

Fiber: 2 grams

Calcium: 70 mg

Protein: 6 g

Sodium: 150 milligrams

Potassium: 120 mg

Weight Watcher Points: 3 Points