Low Calorie Cheesecake Recipe

Indulge in this light and refreshing low-calorie pineapple cheesecake! This easy recipe, inspired by a cream cheese package, delivers amazing cheesecake flavor without the guilt. Perfect for satisfying your sweet tooth without the hefty calorie count. Get ready to enjoy a creamy, dreamy dessert in under 30 minutes!

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 20 mins
Calories 302.3 kcal
Protein 14g
Rating 4.0 (1 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Low Calorie Cheesecake

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How to Make Low Calorie Cheesecake

  1. Drain one (20 ounce) can of pineapple chunks, reserving 1/2 cup of the juice.
  2. In a medium saucepan, combine the reserved pineapple juice, 1/2 cup of orange juice, 1 tablespoon of grated orange peel, and 1/4 cup of sugar.
  3. Sprinkle 1 tablespoon of unflavored gelatin over the juice mixture. Let stand for 5 minutes to soften.
  4. Heat over low heat, stirring constantly, until the gelatin is completely dissolved.
  5. Remove from heat. In a separate bowl, whisk 2 large egg yolks until light and lemon-colored.
  6. Gradually whisk the hot gelatin mixture into the egg yolks, then whisk in 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract.
  7. Gradually beat in 16 ounces (two 8-ounce packages) of softened cream cheese until the mixture is smooth and creamy.
  8. Gently stir in the drained pineapple chunks.
  9. In a clean bowl, beat 2 large egg whites until stiff peaks form.
  10. Gently fold the egg whites into the pineapple mixture.
  11. Pour the mixture into a prepared graham cracker crust (or your preferred crust).
  12. Refrigerate for at least 3 hours, or preferably overnight, to allow the cheesecake to set completely.
  13. Garnish with extra orange zest before serving.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

12 g

Sugar

71g

Fat

41g

Carbs

9g