Lower Fat Chocolate Cheesecake

Indulge in the rich, velvety decadence of a healthier dessert with this Lower Fat Chocolate Cheesecake recipe. Perfect for satisfying your chocolate cravings guilt-free, this cheesecake features a smooth and creamy filling made with reduced-fat cream cheese and non-fat Greek yogurt, paired with a crunchy graham cracker crust infused with a hint of cocoa. Lightened up but still indulgent, it’s delicately flavored with vanilla and topped with optional mini dark chocolate chips for an extra touch of sweetness. With easy-to-follow steps and just 20 minutes of prep time, this cheesecake delivers all the luscious flavor you love while keeping the calorie count in check. Ideal for dinner parties or a special weeknight treat, it’s the ultimate crowd-pleaser that feels as good as it tastes!

Nutriscore Rating: 58/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:50 mins

Total Time:70 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 150 grams Reduced-fat graham crackers
• 2 tablespoons Unsweetened cocoa powder
• 3 tablespoons Unsalted butter, melted
• 450 grams Reduced-fat cream cheese (softened)
• 1 cup Plain non-fat Greek yogurt
• 0.75 cup Granulated sugar
• 0.25 cup Unsweetened cocoa powder
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
• 3 pieces Large eggs
• 2 tablespoons Mini dark chocolate chips (optional, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9-inch springform pan lightly with nonstick spray or line the base with parchment paper.

Step 2

In a food processor, blend the reduced-fat graham crackers into fine crumbs. Transfer the crumbs to a bowl and mix thoroughly with 2 tablespoons of cocoa powder and the melted butter until the mixture resembles wet sand.

Step 3

Press the crumb mixture firmly and evenly into the bottom of the prepared springform pan to form the crust. Bake for 8 minutes, then set aside to cool.

Step 4

In a large mixing bowl, use a hand or stand mixer to beat the reduced-fat cream cheese until smooth and creamy, about 2 minutes.

Step 5

Add the Greek yogurt, sugar, 1/4 cup of cocoa powder, and vanilla extract to the bowl. Mix until well combined and no lumps remain.

Step 6

Add the eggs one at a time, mixing on low speed after each addition until just incorporated. Be careful not to overmix to avoid adding too much air to the batter.

Step 7

Pour the cheesecake batter over the cooled crust, smoothing the top with a spatula.

Step 8

Bake the cheesecake in the preheated oven for 40-45 minutes, or until the center is set but still slightly jiggly. Turn off the oven and allow the cheesecake to cool in the oven with the door slightly ajar for 1 hour.

Step 9

After cooling in the oven, transfer the cheesecake to the refrigerator and chill for at least 4 hours, preferably overnight, to fully set.

Step 10

Before serving, garnish with mini dark chocolate chips if desired. Slice into 8 servings and enjoy your creamy, lower-fat chocolate cheesecake!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1272.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3252.2

Total Fat 158.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 85.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat g
Cholesterol 900.1mg	0%
Sodium 3012.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 363.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 31.2g	0%
Total Sugars 222.3g
Protein 102.5g	0%

Vitamin D 120IU	0%
Calcium 877.8mg	0%
Iron 19.3mg	0%
Potassium 2564.3mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 43.3%

Protein: 12.5%

Carbs: 44.2%