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Chocolate Covered Strawberry Cheesecake

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The Lighter Chocolate Cheesecake recipe from Hershey’s sounds like a delightful treat! Here’s a detailed exploration of the recipe:

Recipe: Lighter Chocolate Cheesecake

Cook Time: 1 hour
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 1 hour 15 minutes (Cooling and chilling time not included)
Recipe Category: Cheesecake
Keywords: Dessert, Cheese, Weeknight, Oven, Less than 4 Hours

Ingredients:

  • 1 cup nonfat cottage cheese
  • 8 oz light cream cheese
  • 1 cup sugar
  • 1/3 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 10 strawberries, hulled
  • 1/3 cup graham cracker crumbs
  • 1/3 cup egg substitute (or liquid egg whites)

Nutrition Information per Serving (assuming 12 servings):

  • Calories: 151.1
  • Fat: 4.9g
  • Saturated Fat: 2.5g
  • Cholesterol: 14.9mg
  • Sodium: 127.9mg
  • Carbohydrates: 23.3g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Sugars: 19.6g
  • Protein: 4.4g

Instructions:

  1. Preheat oven to 325°F (165°C).

  2. Prepare the crust: Sprinkle graham cracker crumbs evenly over the bottom of an 8-inch springform pan.

  3. Prepare the filling: In a food processor, blend the cottage cheese until smooth.

  4. Add the light cream cheese, sugar, cocoa powder, and strawberries to the food processor. Continue processing until the mixture is smooth and well combined.

  5. Incorporate the egg substitute: Stir in the egg substitute until just combined. Avoid overmixing to prevent incorporating too much air.

  6. Bake the cheesecake: Pour the batter into the prepared springform pan. Bake in the preheated oven for 55 to 60 minutes, or until the center is almost set. It should still have a slight jiggle in the middle.

  7. Cooling and chilling: Once baked, remove the cheesecake from the oven and run a knife around the edge to loosen it from the sides of the pan. Allow it to cool completely on a wire rack while still in the pan.

  8. Chill: Once cooled to room temperature, cover the cheesecake with plastic wrap and chill in the refrigerator for at least 3 hours, or until thoroughly chilled.

  9. Serve: When ready to serve, decorate the cheesecake with whipped cream and additional strawberries if desired.

Review:

Since you mentioned you haven’t tried it yet, based on the recipe’s structure and ingredients, the Lighter Chocolate Cheesecake promises to be creamy with a balanced chocolate flavor, complemented by the sweetness of strawberries. The use of nonfat cottage cheese and light cream cheese helps reduce the fat content while still maintaining a rich texture. The graham cracker crust adds a delicious crunch to every bite. It’s a dessert that’s perfect for any occasion, whether a weeknight treat or a special celebration.

Enjoy making and tasting this delightful cheesecake! If you have any specific questions or need further details, feel free to ask.

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