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Healthy Cheesecake Recipe: Indulge Guilt-Free

Healthy Cheesecake Recipe: Indulge Guilt-Free

Description

Embark on a culinary journey with our Healthy Cheesecake Recipe, designed for those who love indulging in desserts but are mindful of their health. This guide offers a delightful way to enjoy the classic cheesecake with fewer calories and more wholesome ingredients. Perfect for any dietary needs without sacrificing flavor, our recipe ensures your dessert cravings are met healthily and deliciously.

Ingredients

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For the Pistachio Crust:

  • 1 cup shelled pistachios, finely ground
  • 1/2 cup graham cracker crumbs
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted

For the Lemon Cream Cheese Layer:

  • 16 oz cream cheese, room temperature
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1/4 cup heavy cream
  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice
  • 1 tablespoon lemon zest
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

For the Raspberry Mousse Layer:

  • 1 cup raspberries, pureed and strained
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons gelatin, dissolved in 2 tablespoons water
  • 1 cup heavy cream, whipped to soft peaks

For the Topping:

  • Fresh raspberries
  • Whipped cream
  • Crushed pistachios
  • Raspberry coulis
  • Lemon zest

Instructions

  1. Pistachio Crust: Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Mix pistachios, graham cracker crumbs, sugar, and melted butter. Press into a 9-inch springform pan and bake for 10 minutes. Cool completely.
  2. Lemon Cream Cheese Layer: Beat cream cheese with sugar until smooth. Incorporate eggs one at a time, then mix in heavy cream, lemon juice, zest, and vanilla. Pour over crust and bake for 25 minutes. Cool and chill for 1 hour.
  3. Raspberry Mousse: Blend raspberry puree with sugar and gelatin. Gently fold in whipped cream. Spread over the chilled lemon layer. Refrigerate until set, about 2 hours.
  4. Topping: Before serving, decorate with raspberries, whipped cream, pistachios, raspberry coulis, and lemon zest.

Notes

  • Substitute Options: For a lighter version, use low-fat cream cheese and substitute half the sugar with a sugar alternative.
  • Serving Suggestions: Pair this cheesecake with a light Moscato or a crisp Prosecco to enhance the citrus and berry flavors.
  • Storage Tips: Keep refrigerated and consume within 3 days for best freshness.

Find it online: https://optimalrecipes.com/healthy-cheesecake-recipe-indulge-guilt-free/