Ingredients
Base
- 12 reduced-fat vanilla wafers
Cheesecake Filling
- 8 ounces cream cheese (1/3 fat, softened)
- 1/4 cup sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 6 ounces fat-free vanilla Greek yogurt (such as Chobani)
- 2 large egg whites
- 1 tbsp all-purpose flour
Toppings
- 8 oz strawberries, hulled and thinly sliced
- 8 oz blueberries
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Set your oven to 350°F to prepare for baking the cupcakes.
- Prepare Cupcake Liners: Line a 12-cup cupcake tin with liners and place one vanilla wafer at the bottom of each liner to serve as the crust.
- Mix Cream Cheese Base: In a large bowl, gently beat the softened cream cheese, sugar, and vanilla extract using an electric mixer until the mixture is smooth and creamy.
- Add Yogurt, Egg Whites, and Flour: Gradually beat in the fat-free vanilla Greek yogurt, egg whites, and all-purpose flour, being careful not to overmix to keep the filling light.
- Fill Cupcake Liners: Pour the batter into the cupcake liners, filling each one halfway to allow room for rising during baking.
- Bake: Bake the cupcakes for 20-25 minutes, or until the centers are almost set but still slightly jiggly, indicating perfect consistency.
- Cool and Chill: Allow the cupcakes to cool to room temperature on a rack, then refrigerate for at least one hour to set completely and enhance flavor.
- Add Fresh Fruit Toppings: Just before serving, top each cheesecake cupcake with fresh sliced strawberries and blueberries for a fresh, colorful finish.
Notes
- Do not overbeat the batter after adding the yogurt and egg whites to maintain a smooth texture.
- Make sure the cream cheese is softened for easier mixing and a creamier filling.
- Chilling the cupcakes before serving helps the cheesecake set firmly and enhances the flavor.
- For variation, you can substitute the berries with other fresh fruits like raspberries or kiwi.
- Use cupcake liners to prevent sticking and to make serving easier.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Low Fat