GERD / Acid Reflux
This recipe contains GERD triggers and those with GERD may wish to avoid it.
Gluten Sensitivity
This recipe is NOT safe for those who are sensitive to gluten.
"Researchers have discovered that chocolate produces some of the same reactions in the brain as marijuana. The researchers also discovered other similarities between the two but can't remember what they are." -Matt Lauer (on NBC's Today Show)
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This dessert has less calories and fat than a Kit Kat bar.
Chocolate is Good For You!
Aside from being delicious, chocolate is generally thought of as being bad for you. While it does contain fat, its fats are the less harmful ones, stearic and oleic fats, and they don't cause a rise in blood cholesterol levels. Because it is made from a plant, it contains some beneficial substances associated with other foods of plant origin. There are small amounts of copper, zinc, iron and magnesium, along with polyphenols (chemicals that have been implicated in research studies as providing potential health benefits).
Both cocoa powder and chocolate are derived from a bean that's high in flavonoids (known antioxidants). As with other antioxidants, flavonoids have been associated with a reduction in cardiovascular disease risk.
It seems that unsweetened powdered cocoa contains the highest quantity of these antioxidants, followed by dark chocolate and then milk chocolate. The more diluted the finished cocoa, the less flavonoids in each serving. According to one research study, a 40 gram serving (about the size of a standard chocolate candy bar) of milk chocolate contains about 400 milligrams of antioxidants. This is equal to a typical serving of red wine, which has also been recommended for its flavonoid content.
Keeps 48 – 60 hours tightly covered. Serve with a fork and a smile.
Note:Because of the lack of complete reporting on nutrition information for Graham Crackers I am not able to give complete information on some nutrients in this cheesecake recipe.
10
Famous brand chocolate wafers
8
squares low-fat graham crackers
2 Tbsp
Dutch process cocoa
2 Tbsp
Splenda
1 Tbsp
canola oil
3 1/2 ounces
bittersweet baker's chocolate
2 Tbsp
instant coffee granules
2 Tbsp
water
1
8 ounce block non-fat cream cheese
1 cup
8 ounce block reduced-fat cream cheese
1 cup
non-fat sour cream
1 cup
1% cottage cheese
1 1/2 cups
Splenda
3/4 cup
Dutch process cocoa
1
4 oz. carton egg substitute
1/2 tsp
pure vanilla extract
1/2 tsp
salt
3
egg whites
This Recipe requires a 9 inch springform pan and 18 inch wide aluminum foil.
Remove the sides from the springform pan and place the bottom of the pan on top of two 18 inch square sheets of aluminum foil. Fold the edges of the foil into a loose cone shape so that the sides of the pan can be slipped down over the top. Close the sides of the pan and then press the foil against the inside of the pan. The end result will be the foil outside the pan on the bottom and inside the pan on the sides.
Fill a large roasting pan with about 1 1/2 inches of water and place in the oven. Preheat the oven to 300°F.
While the water bath is heating, place the chocolate wafers, graham crackers, 2 tablespoons Dutch process cocoa, and 2 tablespoons Splenda in a food processor and process until fine crumbs.
Slowly drizzle in the canola oil until it is well blended into the crumbs. Place the crumb mixture in the springform pan and gently press the crumbs into the bottom of the pan.
Place the coffee granules and 2 tablespoons water in a double boiler over high heat (or a pyrex bowl set over a pot of boiling water). Add the chocolate and stir while it melts slowly.
When the chocolate sauce is smooth, remove from the heat and place in food processor bowl fitted with a steel blade. Add the non-fat cream cheese, reduced-fat cream cheese, non-fat sour cream, 1% cottage cheese, Splenda, 3/4 cup Dutch process cocoa, egg substitute, vanilla extract and salt. Process until smooth.
In a copper bowl whisk the egg whites until they form stiff peaks. Gently fold in the batter from the food processor into the egg whites until well blended.
Pour the batter into the springform pan. Place the pan in the water bath and cook for one hour. Turn off the oven and remove the water bath. Return the cheesecake to the oven and allow it to sit for 2 hours in the oven as it cools.
Chill for at least 4 hours before serving.
Nutrition Facts
Serving size = 1 slice (1/12 pie)
Servings = 12
Amount Per Serving
Calories 216
Calories from Fat 93
% Daily Value
Total Fat 10g
16%
Saturated Fat 5g
25%
Monounsaturated Fat g
Trans Fat g
Cholesterol 16mg
5%
Sodium 511mg
21%
Total Carbohydrates 31g
10%
Dietary Fiber 3g
10%
Sugars g
Protein 13g
Vitamin A 17%
Vitamin C 0%
Calcium 20%
Iron 12%
Vitamin K mcg
Potassium mg
Magnesium mg
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