Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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12
servings
0.67 cup

chocolate graham cracker crumbs

crushed

1 unit

cooking spray

2 cup

low fat cottage cheese

8 ounce

reduced-fat cream cheese

softened

0.25 cup

flour

0.75 cup

brown sugar

packed

0.5 cup

granulated sugar

0.5 cup

low-fat sour cream

2 tsp

vanilla extract

2 unit

eggs

large

2 unit

egg whites

large

0.25 cup

fat-free caramel topping

divided

2.13 unit

Snickers candy bars

chopped and divided

Step 1
~7 min

Preheat oven to 300 degrees Fahrenheit.

Step 2
~7 min

Prepare a 9-inch springform pan by coating it with cooking spray.

Step 3
~7 min

Press chocolate graham cracker crumbs into the bottom and halfway up the sides of the prepared pan to form the crust.

Step 4
~7 min

In a food processor, combine low-fat cottage cheese and process for 2 minutes until smooth.

Step 5
~7 min

Lightly spoon flour into a dry measuring cup and level with a knife.

Step 6
~7 min

Add flour, brown sugar, granulated sugar, low-fat sour cream, vanilla extract, eggs, and egg whites to the cheese mixture in the food processor.

Step 7
~7 min

Process until the mixture is just smooth.

Step 8
~7 min

Pour half of the cheese mixture into the prepared pan over the crust.

Step 9
~7 min

Drizzle 2 tablespoons of caramel topping over the cheese mixture.

Step 10
~7 min

Sprinkle half of the chopped Snickers candy bar over the caramel.

Step 11
~7 min

Pour the remaining cheese mixture into the pan.

Step 12
~7 min

Drizzle the remaining 2 tablespoons of caramel topping over the cheese mixture.

Step 13
~7 min

Bake at 300 degrees Fahrenheit for 50 minutes.

Step 14
~7 min

Sprinkle the remaining chopped Snickers candy bar over the cheesecake.

Step 15
~7 min

Bake for an additional 10 minutes, or until the cheesecake is almost set.

Step 16
~7 min

Turn off the oven and let the cheesecake stand in the closed oven for 1 hour to cool gradually.

Step 17
~7 min

Remove the cheesecake from the oven and cool to room temperature.

Step 18
~7 min

Cover the cheesecake and chill in the refrigerator for at least 8 hours before serving.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Use room temperature cream cheese for a smoother filling.

Chill thoroughly for best flavor and texture.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

15 minutes

Batch Cooking
Not Ideal
Make Ahead

Can be made 1-2 days in advance

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Medium
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve chilled as a dessert.

Pairs well with coffee or tea.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Fresh berries
Whipped cream

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

United States

Cultural Significance

Popular dessert for celebrations

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Birthdays
Holidays

Occasion Tags

Party
Celebration
Holiday

Popularity Score

70/100