Advertisement
Enjoy a decadent dessert for under 200 calories
If you have a craving for cheesecake, try this inventive and delicious version. Top this lighter version with some fruit and enjoy for under 200 calories.
Advertisement
Cleveland Clinic is a non-profit academic medical center. Advertising on our site helps support our mission. We do not endorse non-Cleveland Clinic products or services. Policy
For the crust:
9 whole graham crackers (5 ounces), broken into rough pieces and processed in a food processor to fine crumbs (about 1 ¼ cups)
4 tablespoons Smart Balance spread, melted
½ tablespoon Splenda Blend sugar substitute
For the filling:
1 pound 1% cottage cheese
1 pound light cream cheese, at room temperature
*8 ounces yogurt cheese (See directions below if you want to make your own) or 1 pint non-fat or low-fat plain yogurt
¼ teaspoon table salt
¾-1 cup Splenda blend sugar substitute
½-1 teaspoon lemon zest (could use orange zest)
1 tablespoon vanilla extract
3 large eggs, at room temperature
Vegetable cooking spray
*How to make yogurt cheese, if desired:
Needed: 1 pint (2 cups) non fat or low-fat plain yogurt.
To make crust:
Advertisement
To make filling:
Each serving contains:
Calories: 190
Total fat: 9 g
Saturated fat: 4 g
Trans fat: 0 g
Protein: 9 g
Carbohydrates: 16 g
Dietary fiber: 0 g
Cholesterol: 70 mg
Sodium: 350 mg
Potassium: 85 mg
Source: Recipe courtesy of dietitian Melissa Ohlson, MS, RD, LD
Advertisement
Learn more about our editorial process.
Advertisement
A healthier dessert, packed with distinct flavors
A delicious, no-bake dessert ideal for people with diabetes
Naturally sweet, healthy and ever-so delicious!
Ooey gooey, low in calories and high in flavor
Some types of ice cream may be healthier, but that doesn’t make them a healthy food
Estrogen and progesterone changes throughout the month — and throughout your life — can make you more prone to dental health concerns
Keeping a sleep diary and seeing a sleep specialist can help you stay asleep and get the ZZZs you need