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Light Chocolate Amaretto Cheesecake Recipe

Indulge your cravings without the guilt! This decadent Chocolate Amaretto Cheesecake boasts only 200 calories and 7.9 grams of fat per slice. A dreamy blend of creamy cheesecake, rich chocolate, and a hint of almond amaretto, this recipe is perfect for a light yet satisfying dessert. Easy to make and incredibly delicious – get ready for rave reviews!

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 75 mins
Calories 294.2 kcal
Protein 20g
Rating 5.0 (2 Reviews)
Light Chocolate Amaretto Cheesecake

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Ingredients for Light Chocolate Amaretto Cheesecake

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How to Make Light Chocolate Amaretto Cheesecake

  1. Crush 1 ½ cups chocolate wafer crumbs. Press firmly into the bottom of a 7-inch springform pan. Set aside.
  2. In a food processor, combine 16 ounces (2 packages) of cream cheese, softened; ½ cup granulated sugar; ¼ cup amaretto liqueur; 2 large eggs; 1 teaspoon vanilla extract; 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour; ¼ teaspoon salt; and 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate morsels.
  3. Process until completely smooth and creamy. Scrape down the sides of the bowl as needed.
  4. Gently fold in the remaining ½ cup semi-sweet chocolate morsels.
  5. Pour the batter evenly over the chocolate wafer crust.
  6. 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).
  7. Bake in a preheated 300°F (150°C) oven for 65-70 minutes, or until the cheesecake is set around the edges and the center is just slightly jiggly.
  8. Turn off the oven and leave the cheesecake inside with the door slightly ajar for 1 hour.
  9. Remove from the oven and let cool completely on a wire rack.
  10. Cover and refrigerate for at least 8 hours, or preferably overnight, to allow the cheesecake to fully set and chill.
  11. Carefully remove the sides of the springform pan.
  12. Transfer the cheesecake to a serving platter.
  13. Garnish with fresh berries, chocolate shavings, or a dusting of powdered sugar, as desired.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

16 g

Sugar

114g

Fat

38g

Carbs

12g

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