These Lemony Light Vineyard “Cheesecakes” offer a refreshing twist on traditional dessert, perfect for warm evenings or when you crave something sweet but light. The base is a creamy, tangy blend of softened cream cheese, low-fat yogurt, and bright lemon juice, set gently with gelatin for a smooth, mousse-like texture. Topped with halved seedless grapes, this individual serving provides a burst of fruity sweetness that balances the tart lemon flavor. Ideal for potlucks, dinner parties, or a quick treat after dinner, they require no baking and come together in minutes. Simply blend, pour, and chill for an elegant yet simple finale to your meal.
Lemony Light Vineyard “Cheesecakes”
Description
These Lemony Light Vineyard "Cheesecakes" offer a refreshing twist on traditional dessert, perfect for warm evenings or when you crave something sweet but light. The base is a creamy, tangy blend of softened cream cheese, low-fat yogurt, and bright lemon juice, set gently with gelatin for a smooth, mousse-like texture. Topped with halved seedless grapes, this individual serving provides a burst of fruity sweetness that balances the tart lemon flavor. Ideal for potlucks, dinner parties, or a quick treat after dinner, they require no baking and come together in minutes. Simply blend, pour, and chill for an elegant yet simple finale to your meal.Ingredients
Directions
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In a small saucepan, sprinkle the unflavored gelatin over the cold water and let stand for 1 minute to soften.
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Place the saucepan over low heat and stir gently until the gelatin is completely dissolved. Remove from heat.
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In a blender, combine the softened cream cheese, plain low-fat yogurt, and sugar. Blend until smooth.
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With the blender running, slowly pour in the dissolved gelatin mixture. Add the lemon juice, lemon zest, and vanilla extract.
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Blend until the mixture is fully combined and smooth, scraping down the sides of the blender jar as needed.
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Add the ice cubes to the blender and blend until the mixture is smooth and slightly thickened.
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Divide the halved seedless grapes evenly among six 6-ounce custard cups or individual dessert dishes.
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Pour the cheese mixture evenly over the grapes in each dish.
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Cover the dishes and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or until the cheesecakes are firmly set.
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Garnish with additional grated lemon zest and fresh grapes before serving.
Nutrition Facts
Servings 6
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 865.9kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 68.5g106%
- Saturated Fat 42.2g212%
- Cholesterol 174.6mg59%
- Sodium 693.6mg29%
- Total Carbohydrate 30.9g11%
- Dietary Fiber 0.0g0%
- Sugars 28.3g
- Protein 35.8g72%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
