Cheesecake Phyllo Cups Recipe

Wow your guests with these elegant, easy-to-make Cheesecake Phyllo Cups! A delightful low-fat (or customizable!) dessert featuring a creamy cheesecake filling nestled in crispy phyllo cups. Top with your favorite fresh fruit – strawberries and kiwi are particularly delightful when in season. This recipe, inspired by Light and Tasty magazine, is as visually stunning as it is delicious. Get ready for rave reviews!

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 15 mins
Calories 412 kcal
Protein 21g
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Ingredients for Cheesecake Phyllo Cups

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How to Make Cheesecake Phyllo Cups

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a medium bowl, beat together 8 ounces (225g) of softened cream cheese, 1/2 cup (115g) of sour cream, 1/4 cup (50g) Splenda (or granulated sugar to taste), and 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract until completely smooth and creamy.
  3. Gently spoon or pipe the cheesecake mixture into mini phyllo cups. Fill each cup about ¾ full.
  4. Arrange the filled phyllo cups on a baking sheet. (Optional: Bake for 5-7 minutes for a slightly warmer, softer filling.)
  5. Top each cup with a few slices of fresh orange and kiwi. You can substitute with other favorite fruits like berries, mango, or peaches.
  6. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the filling to set and the flavors to meld before serving.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

16 g

Sugar

90g

Fat

46g

Carbs

18g

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Cheesecake Phyllo Cups?

Cheesecake Phyllo Cups takes about 30 minutes from start to finish — roughly 15 minutes to prepare and 15 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Cheesecake Phyllo Cups?

Cheesecake Phyllo Cups has approximately 412 calories per serving, with about 21 g protein, 18 g carbohydrates and 26 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Cheesecake Phyllo Cups?

The key ingredients for Cheesecake Phyllo Cups are Reduced Fat Cream Cheese, Reduced Fat Sour Cream, Splenda Sugar Substitute, Vanilla Extract, Miniature Phyllo Cups, Mandarin Orange Sections. See the full list with measurements above.

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