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Cranberry Swirl Cheesecake Squares

Cranberry Swirl Cheesecake Squares with a gingersnap pecan crust – so good, less guilt and perfect for the Holidays!

Prep Time
10 mins
Cook Time
10 mins
Additional Time
2 hrs
Total Time
2 hrs 55 mins
Servings: 9 servings
Calories: 197 kcal
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

  • 3/4 cup fresh cranberries
  • 3 oz Gingersnap crumbs (from 12 gingersnap cookie, I used Nabisco brand)
  • 8 oz 1/3 less fat cream cheese
  • 1/4 cup sugar
  • 1 oz pecans (crushed)
  • 1/4 cup sugar
  • 1/4 cup water
  • 1 1/2 tablespoons light butter (melted)
  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/2 teaspoon fresh orange zest
  • 6 oz nonfat Greek yogurt (Chobani)
  • 2 egg whites
  • 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
  • 1 tablespoon flour

Instructions

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  1. Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F and position a rack in the middle of the oven.
  2. Line an 8x8-inch baking pan with waxed paper, leaving a 2-inch overhang on all sides.
  3. Begin by preparing the cranberry sauce.  Combine the cranberries, sugar, water, and orange zest in a small saucepan.
  4. Cook together until the cranberries begin to burst and the mixture turns syrupy, about 6-7 minutes.  Remove from the heat, allow to cool as you prepare the remaining ingredients.
  5. Combine the gingersnap crumbs, crushed pecans, and light butter in a small bowl.  Stir together to moisten the crumbs, then pour into the prepared baking pan.  Spread in an even layer, using the bottom of a drinking glass to help ensure that the crust is even.
  6. In a medium bowl, beat the cream cheese, sugar, and vanilla extract with an electric mixer until smooth.  Add in the Greek yogurt, egg whites, lemon juice, and flour, mixing until just combined.
  7. Pour the cheesecake mixture into the pan, over the crust, and smooth with a spatula.
  8. Add the cooled cranberry mixture to a food processor, and puree until smooth.  If the mixture is too thick, add 1/2 tablespoon water.  Use a spoon to drop the cranberry sauce over the cheesecake, and then swirl the cranberry sauce with a butter knife.
  9. Bake the cheesecake in the preheated oven for 25 minutes.
  10. Allow the cheesecake to cool to room temperature, and place in the fridge for several hours to get well chilled.  Once chilled, cut into squares and serve.

Nutrition Information

Serving 1cheesecake square Calories 197kcal (10%) Carbohydrates 22g (7%) Protein 6g (12%) Fat 10g (15%) Saturated Fat 0.5g (3%) Sodium 101mg (4%) Fiber 1g (4%) Sugar 14g (28%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 9servings

Amount Per Serving

Calories 197

% Daily Value*

Serving 1cheesecake square
Calories 197kcal 10%
Carbohydrates 22g 7%
Protein 6g 12%
Fat 10g 15%
Saturated Fat 0.5g 3%
Sodium 101mg 4%
Fiber 1g 4%
Sugar 14g 28%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.