Luxurious Bailey's Irish Cream Cheesecake
Indulge in the rich and creamy delight of this Luxurious Bailey's Irish Cream Cheesecake, a dessert that perfectly balances decadent flavors with a surprisingly light texture. Made with a blend of low-fat ingredients, this cheesecake delivers the velvety taste of classic cheesecake while keeping each slice under 300 calories. The smooth ricotta cheese combined with low-fat yogurt and light cream cheese creates an irresistible filling, enhanced with the delightful essence of Bailey's Irish Cream. This stunning dessert is perfect for brunch gatherings or special occasions, and it will leave your guests in awe of its flavor and lightness. Treat yourself and your loved ones to a slice of heaven that truly feels indulgent without the guilt!
16
Servings
N/A
Calories
16
Ingredients
Ingredients
Chocolate wafer crumbs
2 1/4 cups (Crushed)
Water
3 tablespoons (None)
Vegetable oil
1 tablespoon (None)
Smooth 5% fat ricotta cheese
2 cups (None)
Low-fat yogurt
3/4 cup (Plain)
Light cream cheese
4 ounces (Softened)
Large egg
1 (Beaten)
Large egg white
1 (Beaten)
Baileys Irish Cream or other coffee liqueur
2 tablespoons (None)
Vanilla extract
2 teaspoons (None)
Granulated sugar (for filling)
1 1/4 cups (None)
Unsweetened cocoa powder
1/2 cup (None)
All-purpose flour
3 tablespoons (None)
Low-fat sour cream
1 1/4 cups (None)
Granulated sugar (for topping)
2 tablespoons (None)
Baileys Irish Cream (for topping)
1 tablespoon (None)
Instructions
1
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and spray a 9-inch springform pan with vegetable spray.
2
Prepare the crust by combining chocolate wafer crumbs, water, and vegetable oil in a mixing bowl. Stir until the mixture is well combined and then press it firmly onto the bottom and sides of the prepared pan.
3
For the filling, blend ricotta cheese, low-fat yogurt, light cream cheese, egg, egg white, Bailey's Irish Cream, vanilla extract, granulated sugar, and all-purpose flour in a food processor until the mixture is smooth and creamy.
4
Pour the filling into the crust and place a pan filled with hot water on the bottom rack of the oven to create steam. This helps the cheesecake to bake evenly and prevents cracking.
5
Bake the cheesecake in the center of the oven for 50 minutes. It will still be slightly loose but will firm up as it cools.
6
While the cheesecake is baking, make the topping by combining low-fat sour cream, granulated sugar, and an additional tablespoon of Bailey's Irish Cream in a bowl. Mix until smooth.
7
Once the cheesecake has finished baking, carefully pour the sour cream mixture over the top in a thin stream, smoothing it out gently with a knife.
8
Return the cheesecake to the oven and bake for an additional 10 minutes. The topping will appear loose but will set as the cake cools.
9
After baking, run a butter knife around the edge of the cheesecake to loosen it from the pan. Allow the cheesecake to cool on a wire rack until it reaches room temperature before transferring it to the refrigerator to chill.
Nutrition Information
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Luxurious Bailey's Irish Cream Cheesecake?
It is a decadent yet light dessert that balances rich flavors with low-fat ingredients to keep each slice under 300 calories.
How many servings does this recipe provide?
This recipe makes 16 servings.
What are the primary cheeses used in the filling?
The filling uses smooth 5% fat ricotta cheese and softened light cream cheese.
What temperature should I preheat my oven to?
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
What type of pan is required for this cheesecake?
A 9-inch springform pan sprayed with vegetable spray is required.
How do I make the crust for this cheesecake?
Combine 2 1/4 cups of crushed chocolate wafer crumbs with 3 tablespoons of water and 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil.
What kind of yogurt is used in the recipe?
The recipe calls for 3/4 cup of plain low-fat yogurt.
Is there a substitute for Bailey's Irish Cream?
Yes, you can use another coffee liqueur if Bailey's Irish Cream is unavailable.
How many eggs are needed?
You need one large egg and one large egg white, both beaten.
What is the purpose of placing a pan of hot water in the oven?
The hot water creates steam, which helps the cheesecake bake evenly and prevents the surface from cracking.
How long is the initial baking time?
The cheesecake should bake in the center of the oven for 50 minutes initially.
What ingredients make up the topping?
The topping consists of low-fat sour cream, granulated sugar, and one tablespoon of Bailey's Irish Cream.
How long does the cheesecake bake after adding the topping?
It bakes for an additional 10 minutes after the topping is added.
What should I do immediately after the final baking step?
Run a butter knife around the edge of the cheesecake to loosen it from the pan.
How should the cheesecake be cooled?
Allow it to cool on a wire rack to room temperature before transferring it to the refrigerator to chill.
Is there flour in the filling?
Yes, the filling includes 3 tablespoons of all-purpose flour.
How much cocoa powder is used?
The recipe uses 1/2 cup of unsweetened cocoa powder.
What is the calorie count per slice?
Each slice is under 300 calories.
Does the recipe use vanilla?
Yes, it requires 2 teaspoons of vanilla extract.
How much sugar is in the filling?
The filling requires 1 1/4 cups of granulated sugar.
Can I use full-fat ricotta?
The recipe specifies smooth 5% fat ricotta cheese to maintain the light calorie count.
Should the filling be firm when it comes out of the oven?
No, it will still be slightly loose but will firm up as it cools.
What flavor are the wafer crumbs?
The recipe uses chocolate wafer crumbs.
How many total ingredients are in this recipe?
There are 16 ingredients in total.
Is this recipe suitable for special occasions?
Yes, it is described as a stunning dessert perfect for brunch gatherings or special occasions.
How much sugar is in the topping?
The topping uses 2 tablespoons of granulated sugar.
Does the recipe require a food processor?
Yes, a food processor is used to blend the filling ingredients until smooth and creamy.
What is the prep for the eggs?
Both the whole egg and the egg white should be beaten before being added to the filling.
Can the topping be poured all at once?
It should be poured in a thin stream and smoothed gently with a knife.
Is the cream cheese used at room temperature?
Yes, the light cream cheese should be softened for easier blending.