Weight Watchers Recipes
WW Cheesecake.

Ingredients:
For the Crust:
- 1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs (about 10 sheets)
- 1/4 cup unsweetened applesauce
- 1 tablespoon sugar (or sugar substitute)
- 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon (optional)
For the Cheesecake Filling:
- 3 packages (8 oz each) fat-free cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup fat-free Greek yogurt
- 1 cup sugar (or sugar substitute)
- 3 large eggs
- 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Zest of one lemon (optional)
- Pinch of salt
For the Topping (Optional):
- Fresh berries or a sugar-free fruit topping
Instructions:
For the Crust:
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 325°F (163°C).
- Prepare Crust: In a bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs, unsweetened applesauce, sugar, and ground cinnamon (if using). Mix until the crumbs are moistened.
- Press into Pan: Press the crumb mixture into the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan. Ensure an even layer.
- Bake: Bake the crust in the preheated oven for 10 minutes. Remove from the oven and let it cool while you prepare the filling.
For the Cheesecake Filling:
- Increase Oven Temperature: Increase the oven temperature to 350°F (177°C).
- Prepare Filling: In a large bowl, beat the softened cream cheese until smooth. Add in the Greek yogurt, sugar, eggs, flour, vanilla extract, lemon zest (if using), and a pinch of salt. Beat until well combined and smooth.
- Pour Over Crust: Pour the cream cheese mixture over the cooled crust in the springform pan.
- Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for about 40-45 minutes or until the center is set.
- Cool and Chill: Allow the cheesecake to cool in the pan, then transfer it to the refrigerator to chill for at least 4 hours or overnight.
For the Topping (Optional):
- Add Fresh Berries: Before serving, top the cheesecake with fresh berries or a sugar-free fruit topping if desired.
- Slice and Serve: Slice the Weight Watchers cheesecake into servings and enjoy!
Notes:
- Sweeteners: Use a sugar substitute suitable for baking to reduce the sugar content.
- Greek Yogurt: The fat-free Greek yogurt adds creaminess to the filling without adding a lot of points.
- Portion Control: Pay attention to portion sizes to stay within your desired point range.