Lighter Cherry Cheesecake Recipe 🍒
Description
Indulge in the delectable delight of our Lighter Cherry Cheesecake – a tantalizing treat that defies expectations with its heavenly taste and surprisingly low-fat content! Perfect for birthdays, celebrations, or any special occasion, this delightful dessert is sure to impress. Don’t be fooled by its rich flavor – it’s lighter than you think! Customize it with your favorite pie filling for a personalized touch. The image featured here showcases our tantalizing creation adorned with our irresistible blueberry sauce (recipe #81232) – a match made in dessert heaven!
Nutritional Information
- Calories: 346.8 per serving
- Fat: 14.4g
- Saturated Fat: 5.8g
- Cholesterol: 80.6mg
- Sodium: 390.7mg
- Carbohydrates: 47.5g
- Fiber: 0.6g
- Sugar: 21.9g
- Protein: 7.3g
Recipe Details
- Servings: 15
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour
- Total Time: 1 hour 10 minutes
- Category: Cheesecake
- Keywords: Dessert, Weeknight, For Large Groups, < 4 Hours
Ingredients
- 1 cup sugar
- 2 eggs
- 16 oz skim milk
- 1/2 cup cherry pie filling
- 4 oz cream cheese
- 1 1/2 cups dry cake mix
Instructions
| Step | Instructions |
|---|---|
| 1 | Preheat your oven to 300°F. |
| 2 | Reserve 1 cup of dry cake mix for later use. |
| 3 | In a large bowl, combine the remaining cake mix, 1 egg, and oil. Mix well. |
| 4 | Press the mixture into the bottom of a greased 9×13-inch pan, forming the crust. |
| 5 | In the same bowl, blend cream cheese and sugar until smooth. |
| 6 | Add 3 eggs and the reserved cake mix to the cream cheese mixture. Beat for about 1 minute at medium speed until well combined. |
| 7 | Gradually add skim milk to the mixture at low speed, mixing until smooth. |
| 8 | Pour the filling over the prepared crust in the pan. |
| 9 | Bake in the preheated oven for 60-65 minutes, or until the center is set and firm. |
| 10 | Once cooled, top the cheesecake with cherry pie filling. |
| 11 | Refrigerate the cheesecake until ready to serve. Enjoy the creamy goodness! |
Tips
- For added flair, garnish with fresh cherries or a sprinkle of powdered sugar before serving.
- Experiment with different flavors of pie filling such as blueberry, strawberry, or raspberry for a unique twist.
- Allow the cheesecake to chill in the refrigerator for a few hours before serving for optimal taste and texture.
Savor every blissful bite of our Lighter Cherry Cheesecake – a guilt-free indulgence that’s sure to become a family favorite! 🍰✨
