Heart-Healthy Cherry Cheesecake

Indulge guilt-free with this Heart-Healthy Cherry Cheesecake, a light yet luscious dessert perfect for satisfying sweet cravings while supporting your wellness goals. This recipe swaps traditional ingredients with nutrient-rich alternatives, featuring a no-bake almond-oat crust sweetened naturally with medjool dates and a creamy filling made from fat-free cream cheese, non-fat Greek yogurt, and honey. Topped with a vibrant, homemade cherry compote bursting with fresh fruit flavor, this cheesecake offers the perfect balance of indulgence and health. Ready in under two hours, including baking and cooling, it’s an easy yet impressive treat ideal for dinner parties or everyday enjoyment. Healthy, delicious, and made with love—this is cheesecake, reimagined!

Nutriscore Rating: 71/100

Prep Time:30 mins

Cook Time:60 mins

Total Time:90 mins

Servings: 12

Ingredients

• 1 cup Almonds
• 0.5 cup Rolled oats
• 10 pieces Medjool dates, pitted
• 0.5 teaspoon Cinnamon
• 0.25 teaspoon Salt
• 16 ounces Fat-free cream cheese
• 1 cup Greek yogurt, non-fat
• 0.5 cup Honey
• 3 large Egg whites
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
• 1.5 cups Fresh cherries, pitted and halved
• 1 tablespoon Lemon juice
• 1 tablespoon Cornstarch
• 2 tablespoons Water

Directions

Step 1

Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).

Step 2

In a food processor, combine the almonds, rolled oats, medjool dates, cinnamon, and salt until the mixture is crumbly.

Step 3

Press the nut and oat mixture evenly into the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan to form the crust.

Step 4

In a large mixing bowl, beat the fat-free cream cheese and Greek yogurt together until smooth and creamy.

Step 5

Add honey, egg whites, and vanilla extract to the cream cheese mixture and continue to beat until fully combined.

Step 6

Pour the cream cheese filling over the crust in the springform pan, spreading it evenly.

Step 7

Bake the cheesecake in the preheated oven for 45-50 minutes or until the center is set.

Step 8

Allow the cheesecake to cool for an hour on a wire rack.

Step 9

In a small saucepan, combine the cherries, lemon juice, cornstarch, and water. Cook over medium heat, stirring until the mixture thickens and the cherries release their juice.

Step 10

Let the cherry topping cool slightly, then spread it over the cooled cheesecake.

Step 11

Chill the cheesecake in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours or overnight to allow it to set and for the flavors to meld.

Step 12

Slice and serve the cheesecake, enjoying a heart-healthy dessert.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1453 grams (1453.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2458

Total Fat 73.90g	95%
Saturated Fat 5.30g	27%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.00g
Cholesterol 88mg	29%
Sodium 4087mg	178%
Total Carbohydrate 302.20g	110%
Dietary Fiber 33.90g	121%
Total Sugars 210.60g
Protein 137.90g	276%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 1432mg	110%
Iron 10mg	57%
Potassium 3435mg	73%

*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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 27.4%

Protein: 22.7%

Carbs: 49.8%