LOW-FAT CHOCOLATE CHEESECAKE MUFFINS

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Taste like Twinkies... with less sugar! the secret is replacing some cream cheese by light Ricotta cheese.

Provided by Redsie

Categories     Quick Breads

Time 35m

Yield 12 muffins, 12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 cup granulated sugar
1/3 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
1 cup low-fat yogurt
1/4 cup vegetable oil
1 teaspoon vanilla
1 large egg
3/4 cup all-purpose flour
1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
2 ounces light cream cheese, softened
1/3 cup smooth 5% fat ricotta cheese
1/3 cup icing sugar

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350°F Spray a 12-cup muffin pan with vegetable spray.
  • In a large bowl, combine sugar, cocoa, yogurt, oil, vanilla and egg.
  • In another bowl, stir together flour and baking powder. Stir the mixture into the cocoa mixture just until everything is combined. Divide half of the batter among the prepared muffin cups.
  • In a food processor or using electric beaters, beat cream cheese, ricotta cheese and icing sugar until the mixture is smooth. Divide the cheese among the muffin cups. Top with the remaining batter.
  • Bake for 20 to 25 minutes or until a tester inserted into the middle of a muffin comes out dry.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 196, Fat 7.7, SaturatedFat 2.4, Cholesterol 25.9, Sodium 90.8, Carbohydrate 29.2, Fiber 1, Sugar 21.5, Protein 4.1

Weylin Adams
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These muffins are a great way to satisfy your sweet tooth without feeling guilty. They're low in fat and calories, but they're still packed with flavor.


Bilawal Shahzad
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These muffins are simply delicious. They're the perfect combination of chocolate and cheesecake. I highly recommend them.


Opeyemi Opemipo
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I made these muffins for my family and they loved them. They said they were the best muffins they've ever had. I'll definitely be making them again.


Mpho Dipatane
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These muffins are so moist and fluffy. I love the way the chocolate and cheesecake flavors meld together. They're the perfect treat for any occasion.


Nansalmaa Oyun
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I've made these muffins several times now and they're always a hit. They're my go-to recipe for a quick and easy dessert.


Fazira Kayinza
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These muffins are perfect for a party or potluck. They're easy to make and transport, and they're always a crowd-pleaser.


XD Shadat
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I'm not a huge fan of chocolate, but I loved these muffins. The cheesecake filling is creamy and tangy, and the chocolate flavor is subtle. They're the perfect balance of sweet and tart.


Robo Sloan
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These muffins are a great way to use up leftover cheesecake. I always have a little bit left over after making a cheesecake, and these muffins are the perfect way to use it up.


Dancan Kaloki
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I made these muffins with my kids and they had a blast. They loved helping me mix the ingredients and put the muffins in the oven. It was a great bonding experience.


Rafeef Karsou
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These muffins are perfect for a chocolate fix. They're rich and decadent, but not too heavy. I love having one for breakfast with a cup of coffee.


malik jameel
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I love that these muffins are made with whole wheat flour. It gives them a healthier twist without sacrificing any of the flavor.


Tayyab nawab
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These muffins are so easy to make. I had them in the oven in less than 30 minutes. They're perfect for a quick and easy dessert.


Muhammad JAWED786
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I made these muffins for a party and they were a huge hit. Everyone loved them, even the people who don't usually like cheesecake.


Afzaal Hfd
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I was skeptical about how low-fat these muffins could be, but I was pleasantly surprised. They're just as delicious as regular chocolate cheesecake muffins, but without all the guilt.


MD Ruman Ruman
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These muffins are heavenly! The chocolate and cheesecake flavors are perfectly balanced, and the texture is moist and fluffy. I'll definitely be making these again.