Weight Watchers Key Lime Cheesecake Bites with Greek Yogurt
Individual portion-controlled cheesecake bites that deliver the bright, tangy flavor of fresh key limes in a lighter format. Made with low-fat cream cheese and Greek yogurt to reduce calories while maintaining creamy texture. Perfect for Weight Watchers followers or anyone wanting a guilt-free dessert that doesn't sacrifice taste. The graham cracker crust provides the perfect sweet foundation for the citrusy filling topped with fluffy whipped cream.
Ingredients
- ⅓ cup graham cracker crumbs
- 1 tsp butter, melted
- 1 pinch salt
- 4 oz low fat cream cheese, room temperature
- 6 tbsp plain fat free Greek yogurt, room temperature
- ⅓ cup sugar
- 1 large egg
- 2 ½ tsp fresh key lime juiceregular lime juice1:1availability
slightly less intense flavor
- 2 tsp key lime zest, plus more for garnish
- 6 tbsp light whipped topping
Instructions
- 1
Preheat oven to 325°F and place paper cupcake liners in muffin pan
- 2
Mix graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and salt in small bowl
- 3
Divide crumb mixture evenly into liners and press down with spoon to flatten
- 4
Bake crust for 5 minutes
- 5
Beat cream cheese, yogurt, sugar, egg, lime juice, and zest until smooth
- 6
Pour filling evenly into baked crusts
- 7
Bake until top is set, about 20 minutes
- 8
Cool completely for about 1 hour
- 9
Top each with whipped topping and garnish with lime zest
Tips
Room temperature cream cheese and yogurt blend much smoother than cold ingredients, preventing lumps in your filling.
Press the graham cracker crust firmly to prevent it from crumbling when removing from liners.
Cool completely before adding whipped topping to prevent melting and maintain clean presentation.
Good to Know
Refrigerate covered up to 3 days for best texture and food safety
Make completely up to 2 days ahead, add whipped topping just before serving
Serve chilled directly from refrigerator for best texture and flavor
Common Mistakes
Use room temperature dairy to avoid lumpy filling texture
Cool completely before topping to prevent whipped cream from melting
Substitutions
same texture, fewer calories
slightly less intense flavor
FAQ
Can I use regular limes instead of key limes?
Yes, regular lime juice and zest work well with slightly less intense citrus flavor. Use the same measurements for good results.
How long do these keep in the refrigerator?
Store covered in refrigerator up to 3 days for best quality and food safety. The texture stays creamy throughout storage.
Can I freeze these cheesecake bites?
Yes, freeze without whipped topping up to 1 month. Thaw in refrigerator overnight and add fresh topping before serving.