Greek Yogurt "cheesecake"

jamie1888
jamie1888 Posts: 1,704 Member
edited September 20 in Recipes
OK, I'm still playing with this recipe....

My mom left 1/2 of her plain, non-fat Greek Yogurt at my house and I sampled it, didn't care much for the sour taste. (I think I just have to get used it). So, I added a packet of Splenda and a tbs of instant sugar free chocolate pudding (just the mix, not prepared!). The pudding really thickened it up and the texture reminded me of cheesecake. So, then I bought the sugar free cheesecake flavor instant pudding mix to try this:

mix together:
4oz non-fat, plain Greek Yogurt
11/2tbs sugar free cheesecake flavor instant pudding
2 or 3 packets of Splenda
1 drop of vanilla

Stir in a handful of fresh raspberries
Top with 1 crumbled graham cracker sheet

* Obviously, you can adjust the quantities to your own taste, omit/change the fruit or graham crackers.

It's a yummy little treat! I gave some to my husband last night and he loved it too!
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  • lilyrose53
    lilyrose53 Posts: 9
    Thanks for sharing this, Jamie ~ I LOVE cheesecake!!! :tongue:
  • LuckyLeprechaun
    LuckyLeprechaun Posts: 6,296 Member
    bump...fabulous idea!
  • cbullock115
    cbullock115 Posts: 110
    I wonder if that would work with just regular plain fat free yogurt...I think I might have to try it because I am missing my cheesecake soooooo bad!!
  • lvfunandfit
    lvfunandfit Posts: 654 Member
    sounds good!

    They have flavored Greek Yogurt as well. I really like the blueberry! Might be good with the cheesecake flavor added. =)
  • dreamqueen45
    dreamqueen45 Posts: 1
    I work in a restaurant where we serve cheesecake so the temptation is always there! Thanks for the alternative :)
  • ka_42
    ka_42 Posts: 720 Member
    yummm sounds tasty!
  • etarre
    etarre Posts: 147 Member
    I really like to make fake 'cherry pie'-- spread no sugar added cherry preserves on a graham cracker, and top with lowfat whipped topping. Quick, and better than eating buttery pie crust.
  • jamie1888
    jamie1888 Posts: 1,704 Member
    sounds good!

    They have flavored Greek Yogurt as well. I really like the blueberry! Might be good with the cheesecake flavor added. =)

    Yes, I'm sure it would work with any flavor! The pudding mix just thickens it up and gives it that cheesecake texture!
  • jamie1888
    jamie1888 Posts: 1,704 Member
    I really like to make fake 'cherry pie'-- spread no sugar added cherry preserves on a graham cracker, and top with lowfat whipped topping. Quick, and better than eating buttery pie crust.

    Mmm! Excellent idea!
  • lilchino4af
    lilchino4af Posts: 1,292 Member
    Oooohhhhh, the possibilities are endless!!! :love:
  • nursestewart
    nursestewart Posts: 229 Member
    bump
  • cuppycake22
    cuppycake22 Posts: 224
    Bump!!
  • aweightogo
    aweightogo Posts: 24
    Sounds so good!
  • Positively_Me
    Positively_Me Posts: 1,499 Member
    Bump
  • SraArroz
    SraArroz Posts: 238
    that sounds delish!
  • ColoradoGirl
    ColoradoGirl Posts: 423 Member
    bump
  • stephlewis
    stephlewis Posts: 59
    *bumpity bump*

    wonderful idea! thank you so much! I have a major sweet tooth & I'm always keeping an eye out for easy healthy desserts!
  • SraArroz
    SraArroz Posts: 238
    I tried it this weekend! YUM!!

    I just got banana cream flavored pudding today to try later this week.
  • AngieWilley
    AngieWilley Posts: 3
    Oh wow!! That sounds really good!! Thanks for the tips!!
  • jamie1888
    jamie1888 Posts: 1,704 Member
    I tried it this weekend! YUM!!

    I just got banana cream flavored pudding today to try later this week.

    Awesome! Glad you liked it!
  • zomt
    zomt Posts: 3
    Does sound delicious...but is anyone here worried about artificial sweeteners? I used to consume these, mainly in protein powder/bars but have recently made the decision to cut them entirely from my diet. They are hidden everywhere, in basically any low calorie, low sugar or diet food and the health effects are just not worth it.

    I would rather have the calories in some natural sugar from fruit, or dates, honey, maple syrup, agave (although the jury is divided on this one still!) or the new natural low-cal sweetener stevia leaf extract. Think natural sugar and WHOLE foods!
    See these websites for some great info:

    http://www.truthaboutsplenda.com/index.html
    http://thrivehealthyliving.blogspot.com/2010/04/aspartame-is-sweet-taste-worth-harm.html

    Would love to hear anyone's comments :)
  • jamie1888
    jamie1888 Posts: 1,704 Member
    I was personally going to switch from Splenda to Stevia (or Truvia) sweetener. But, I recently found out that I'm pregnant and that the safety of Stevia is unknown for pregnant women. According to the FDA, sucralose (Spenda) is safe for everyone to consume, including pregnant women.

    """""Stevia: This sweetener is derived from a South American shrub. It can add sweetness to foods, but has not been approved by the FDA to be sold as a sweetener. Stevia can be sold as a “dietary supplement” but not as a sweetener because its safety has been questioned when used as a food additive. The safety of Stevia is unknown when used as a sweetener by pregnant or lactating women.""""""


    For the Cheesecake recipe, obviously you could substitute for your sweetener of choice... artificial or natural!
  • emilymorene
    emilymorene Posts: 56
    whats all the 'bump'ing about???
  • jamie1888
    jamie1888 Posts: 1,704 Member
    Some people just post a "bump" because when you make a post on a topic, it can easily be found later in your "my topics" section.
  • KZOsMommy
    KZOsMommy Posts: 854 Member
    mmmm sounds yummy and I bet my kiddos would LOVE it too!!!
  • elizamary77
    elizamary77 Posts: 76 Member
    I tried this this weekend and it was soooo good I love Cheesecake but not the cals and this was mmmmm its my new dessert!!!
  • Miss_Jamie
    Miss_Jamie Posts: 16
    Bump

    Thanks for posting!!!
  • shellshalla
    shellshalla Posts: 263 Member
    sounds great i'll have to try it!
  • kwikstop
    kwikstop Posts: 28 Member
    Bump
  • pornstarzombie
    pornstarzombie Posts: 297
    Did you stick it in the fridge to chill a bit more after mixing it? And do I have to add the fruit? I have the cheesecake pudding, and the yogurt, but I don't want to add fruit. I love super cold cheesecake, so that's why I was thinking putting it back in the fridge or even the freezer for about ten minutes.
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