Cherry Almond Cheesecakes

Cherry Almond Cheesecakes present a delectable and portion-controlled dessert option. This is only 150-180 calories.

Ingredients:

For the Crust:

• 1 cup almond flour
• 2 tablespoons melted light butter or a low-calorie butter substitute
• 1 tablespoon granulated sugar substitute (such as Stevia or Monk Fruit)

For the Filling:

• 16 oz (about 450g) fat-free or low-fat cream cheese, softened
• 1/2 cup fat-free Greek yogurt
• 2 large eggs
• 1/4 cup granulated sugar substitute
• 1 teaspoon almond extract
• 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
• Zest of one lemon (optional)

For the Topping:

• Sugar-free cherry pie filling or fresh cherries

Instructions:

1. Preheat your oven to 325°F (163°C).
2. In a bowl, mix almond flour, melted light butter, and sugar substitute. Press the mixture into the bottom of a muffin tin to form the crust.
3. In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese until smooth. Add Greek yogurt, eggs, sugar substitute, almond extract, vanilla extract, and lemon zest (if using). Mix until well combined.
4. Pour the filling over the almond crust in the muffin tin.
5. Bake in the preheated oven for about 20-25 minutes or until the cheesecakes are set.
6. Allow the cheesecakes to cool, then refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight.
7. Once chilled, remove from the muffin tin and top each cheesecake with sugar-free cherry pie filling or fresh cherries.