Light Chocolate Amaretto Cheesecake
Indulge in the luscious decadence of this Light Chocolate Amaretto Cheesecake, a sophisticated dessert that’s surprisingly guilt-free! With a rich, velvety filling made from low-fat cream cheese, Greek yogurt, and bittersweet chocolate, this cheesecake delivers the perfect balance of creamy texture and deep chocolate flavor, all elevated with a splash of fragrant amaretto liqueur. A graham cracker crust forms the buttery foundation for this masterpiece, while optional garnishes of sliced almonds and chocolate shavings add an elegant finish. Baked to perfection and cooled carefully to avoid cracking, this dessert is ideal for dinner parties, special occasions, or simply treating yourself. Plus, it’s ready in just over an hour with minimal prep time—proof that indulgence can also be effortless.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup graham cracker crumbs
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
- 16 ounces low-fat cream cheese, softened
- 0.5 cup granulated sugar
- 0.25 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 0.5 cup plain low-fat Greek yogurt
- 2 eggs
- 2 tablespoons amaretto liqueur
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 ounces bittersweet chocolate, melted and slightly cooled
- optional: sliced almonds and chocolate shavings for garnish
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 325°F (160°C). Grease a 9-inch springform pan or line the bottom with parchment paper for easy release.
In a medium bowl, mix the graham cracker crumbs and melted butter until evenly combined. Press the mixture into the bottom of the prepared pan to form an even crust. Set aside.
In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese, granulated sugar, and cocoa powder together until smooth and creamy using a hand mixer or stand mixer on medium speed.
Add the Greek yogurt, eggs, amaretto liqueur, and vanilla extract to the cream cheese mixture. Beat until the ingredients are well incorporated but do not overmix.
Gently fold in the melted and cooled bittersweet chocolate until the batter is smooth and evenly blended.
Pour the cheesecake batter over the prepared crust, spreading it evenly with a spatula.
Bake in the preheated oven for 40-45 minutes, or until the edges are set and the center jiggles slightly when gently shaken.
Turn off the oven and slightly crack the door. Let the cheesecake cool in the oven for 1 hour to prevent cracking.
Remove the cheesecake from the oven and run a knife around the edge of the pan to loosen it from the sides. Allow it to cool completely at room temperature before refrigerating for at least 4 hours or overnight.
Before serving, optionally garnish with sliced almonds and chocolate shavings for an elegant touch. Slice and enjoy your Light Chocolate Amaretto Cheesecake!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3203 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 176.2 g | 226% | |
| Saturated Fat | 92.0 g | 460% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 704 mg | 235% | |
| Sodium | 3937 mg | 171% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 317.6 g | 115% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 31.4 g | 112% | |
| Total Sugars | 191.7 g | ||
| Protein | 99.0 g | 198% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.1 mcg | 10% | |
| Calcium | 1198 mg | 92% | |
| Iron | 20.9 mg | 116% | |
| Potassium | 2596 mg | 55% | |
*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.
