Cherry Cheesecake Reduced Fat Recipe

Indulge in this guilt-free delight! Our Easy Cherry Cheesecake recipe is perfect for beginner bakers. Enjoy the creamy, tangy goodness of classic cheesecake with HALF the fat of traditional recipes! This lightened-up version is surprisingly rich and satisfying. A buttery graham cracker crust adds a delightful crunch (adds 100 calories, 3g fat, 6g sugar, and 1g protein per serving). Get ready to impress your friends and family with this simple yet elegant dessert!

Prep Time 30 mins
Cook Time 55 mins
Calories 210.2 kcal
Protein 14g
Rating 4.8 (6 Reviews)
Cherry Cheesecake Reduced Fat 17

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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Cherry Cheesecake Reduced Fat

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How to Make Cherry Cheesecake Reduced Fat

  1. Preheat oven to 325°F (160°C).
  2. Prepare the graham cracker crust: In a medium bowl, combine crushed graham crackers, melted butter, and sugar. Press mixture into the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan.
  3. Bake crust for 10 minutes. Let cool completely.
  4. In a large bowl, beat cream cheese until smooth and creamy.
  5. Gradually add sugar, beating until well combined.
  6. Beat in eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
  7. Stir in vanilla extract and lemon juice.
  8. Fold in the sour cream.
  9. Gently fold in the cherries.
  10. Pour the filling over the cooled crust.
  11. Place the springform pan in a larger baking pan. Pour enough hot water into the larger pan to come halfway up the sides of the springform pan (this creates a water bath for even baking).
  12. Bake for 50-55 minutes, or until the cheesecake is set around the edges but still slightly jiggly in the center.
  13. Turn off the oven and let the cheesecake cool in the oven with the door slightly ajar for 1 hour.
  14. Remove from the oven and let cool completely on a wire rack.
  15. Refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or preferably overnight, before serving.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

9 g

Sugar

34g

Fat

38g

Carbs

4g

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