Light Chocolate Cheesecake Recipe

Name: Light Chocolate Cheesecake
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3/4 cup graham crackers/wafers crumbs; 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon; 2 tablespoons sugar; 2 tablespoons canola oil or olive oil; 3 large egg whites; ⅓ cup sugar; 2 cups ricotta cheese nonfat; 1/4 cup cocoa powder; ⅓ cup yogurt cheese; 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Servings: persons

1
Preheat oven TO 350F (180C).
2
Spray 8-inch springform pan with cooking spray.
3
Fill a 13x9x2-inch pan halfway with hot water.
4
Place in oven on shelf below where chocolate cheesecake will be placed.
5
This will prevent the top of cheesecake from cracking.
6
In small bowl, combine all crust ingredients.
7
Press onto bottom and part-way up sides of pan.
8
Set aside.
9
In food processor or blender, combine egg whites, sugar, ricotta, cocoa, yogurt cheese and vanilla; process, scraping sides occasionally, for 1 minute until smooth and thick.
10
Pour into crust.
11
Bake 30 to 35 minutes until filling is just set (center will jiggle slightly).
12
Turn off oven and leave cake in closed oven 5 minutes longer.
13
Remove from oven and cool about an hour on wire rack.
14
Cover and refrigerate at least 3 hours before serving.

604

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Preheat the oven fully and bake on the middle rack for the most even results.
Check for doneness a few minutes early — a toothpick in the center should come out with just a few moist crumbs.
Let it cool before slicing so it sets properly and holds its shape.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 3/4 cup graham crackers/wafers crumbs, 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon, 2 tablespoons sugar, 2 tablespoons canola oil or olive oil, and more.

Yes, Light Chocolate Cheesecake falls under the Baking & Desserts category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

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Light Chocolate Cheesecake

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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