Ingredients:
For the Crust:
- 1 1/2 cups of crushed graham crackers (use a reduced-fat version if possible)
- 1/4 cup of unsweetened applesauce
- 1 teaspoon of ground cinnamon
For the Cheesecake Filling:
- 2 cups of fat-free Greek yogurt
- 2 cups of fat-free cream cheese
- 1/2 cup of granulated sugar substitute (such as Splenda or Stevia)
- 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract
- 4 large eggs
Instructions:
- Preheat your oven to 325°F (163°C).
- In a bowl, combine the crushed graham crackers, unsweetened applesauce, and ground cinnamon. Mix until the mixture resembles wet sand.
- Press the graham cracker mixture into the bottom of a 9-inch (23 cm) springform pan to create the crust. Make sure it’s evenly distributed.
- In another bowl, combine the fat-free Greek yogurt, fat-free cream cheese, sugar substitute, and vanilla extract. Mix until smooth.
- Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
- Pour the cheesecake filling over the graham cracker crust in the springform pan.
- Bake in the preheated oven for about 40-45 minutes, or until the edges are set, and the center is slightly jiggly but not liquid.
- Turn off the oven and crack the oven door open. Allow the cheesecake to cool in the oven for about an hour.
- Remove the cheesecake from the oven and refrigerate it for at least 4 hours or until it’s completely chilled and set.
- Once the cheesecake has set, carefully remove it from the springform pan.
- You can optionally top the cheesecake with fresh berries or a sugar-free fruit topping for extra flavor.
- Slice and serve your zero-point cheesecake. Enjoy!