Follow these steps for perfect results
chocolate graham cracker crumbs
crushed
cooking spray
low fat cottage cheese
reduced-fat cream cheese
softened
flour
brown sugar
packed
granulated sugar
low-fat sour cream
vanilla extract
eggs
large
egg whites
large
fat-free caramel topping
divided
Snickers candy bars
chopped and divided
Preheat oven to 300 degrees Fahrenheit.
Prepare a 9-inch springform pan by coating it with cooking spray.
Press chocolate graham cracker crumbs into the bottom and halfway up the sides of the prepared pan to form the crust.
In a food processor, combine low-fat cottage cheese and process for 2 minutes until smooth.
Lightly spoon flour into a dry measuring cup and level with a knife.
Add flour, brown sugar, granulated sugar, low-fat sour cream, vanilla extract, eggs, and egg whites to the cheese mixture in the food processor.
Process until the mixture is just smooth.
Pour half of the cheese mixture into the prepared pan over the crust.
Drizzle 2 tablespoons of caramel topping over the cheese mixture.
Sprinkle half of the chopped Snickers candy bar over the caramel.
Pour the remaining cheese mixture into the pan.
Drizzle the remaining 2 tablespoons of caramel topping over the cheese mixture.
Bake at 300 degrees Fahrenheit for 50 minutes.
Sprinkle the remaining chopped Snickers candy bar over the cheesecake.
Bake for an additional 10 minutes, or until the cheesecake is almost set.
Turn off the oven and let the cheesecake stand in the closed oven for 1 hour to cool gradually.
Remove the cheesecake from the oven and cool to room temperature.
Cover the cheesecake and chill in the refrigerator for at least 8 hours before serving.
Expert advice for the best results
Use room temperature cream cheese for a smoother filling.
Chill thoroughly for best flavor and texture.
Everything you need to know before you start
15 minutes
Can be made 1-2 days in advance
Slice and serve with a drizzle of caramel and a sprinkle of chopped Snickers.
Serve chilled as a dessert.
Pairs well with coffee or tea.
Enhances the caramel flavors
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