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This healthy microwave cheesecake recipe is a game changer. Ready in under 2 minutes, this delicious single serve cheesecake is also healthy, sugar-free and keto. Honestly…If you aren’t making microwave cheesecake, go and try this!
If you ask me what’s my favorite dessert, I will probably say cheesecake. I love cheesecake so much that I could eat it everyday. But, we know, having cheesecake everyday is not the healthiest habit. And if you even want to make it healthier at home, it will take ages.
But with my healthy microwave cheesecake for one, this is a thing of the past. This may be the easiest healthy cheesecake recipe EVER. And when I say it, I mean it!
Microwave cheesecake in 2 minutes
This healthy single serve cheesecake comes together in the microwave in just 2 minutes. What is more, making this recipe will require just four simple ingredients. For just 126 calories, this cheesecake is perfect as a healthy snack or dessert to enjoy whenever you want. Also if you have no time to cook!
Ingredients for single serve cheesecake
Four simple ingredients and 2 minutes is all it takes to make a healthy microwave cheesecake for one. No need for sugar or gelatin!
Here is all this single serve cheesecake recipe calls for.
- Cream cheese: this recipe uses low fat cream cheese, but you can also replace with full fat cream cheese.
- Egg: for the best taste and texture, use a fresh egg.
- Granular sweetener: for a sugar-free microwave cheesecake, this recipe uses erythritol. You can replace with any granular sweetener of your choice (such as xylitol), with coconut sugar or brown sugar (but it won’t be sugar-free anymore).
- Vanilla extract: this adds flavor to the microwave cheesecake.
As a topping, feel free to pick and choose your favorite fruit. I like serving my healthy microwave cheesecake with fresh blueberries. But also strawberries, raspberries or mango are great options.
How to make cheesecake in the microwave
Making a single serve cheesecake in the microwave is embarrassingly easy. It comes together in a ramekin and is ready in just 2 minutes.
But before preparing the cheesecake, you will need to do two things. First, grease a ramekin with oil or butter, so that the cheesecake won’t stick to the bowl. Second, you’ll need to soften the cream cheese for around 15 seconds in the microwave. This will make it easier for you to whisk the mixture.
After softening it, combine the cream cheese with the egg, the granular sweetener and the vanilla extract. Whisk all ingredients together until smooth, this may take one to two minutes.
Microwave the cheesecake for 2 minutes in total – stop the microwave after 1 minute, then restart and keep cooking in 30 second intervals. Let your healthy cheesecake cool for at least 15 minutes, then remove from the ramekin and serve.
How to store microwave cheesecake
After making, let the single serve cheesecake cool at room temperature completely. Once it has cooled, cover the ramekin with wrapping paper and refrigerate. In the fridge, it will last for up to 3 days.
FAQ – Frequently asked questions
No, unfortunately this microwave cheesecake recipe does not work with yogurt. Replacing cream cheese with yogurt will result in a watery cheesecake from a terrible texture.
Unfortunately you cannot replace the egg in this recipe. This ingredient is required to give the cheesecake the right texture (and taste).
Yes, this healthy single serve cheesecake can also be made dairy-free. All you have to do is swapping out the cream cheese for nondairy alternatives (silken tofu or vegan yogurt do NOT work).
I do not recommend making a large cheesecake in the microwave. If you want to prepare this recipe for more people, microwave multiple single serve cheesecakes, one at the time.
The cooking time for this healthy single serve cheesecake amounts to around 2 minutes. However, based on the power of your microwave, it may require up to 3 minutes. Make sure you cook the dessert in 30 second interval, so that it won’t flood out of the ramekin.
Yes, this microwave cheesecake recipe is completely gluten-free! There is no need for flour or any ingredient containing gluten.
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Healthy Microwave Cheesecake for One
Ingredients
- 80 grams (1/3 cup) cream cheese (low fat)
- 1 egg
- 1 1/2 tbsp granular sweetener (erythritol)
- 1/3 tsp vanilla extract
To Serve
- blueberries (optional)
Instructions
- Grease a 9 cm (3.5 inches) ramekin so that the cheesecake won’t stick.
- Add cream cheese to the ramekin and soften in the microwave for 10 to 15 seconds.
- Combine cream cheese with egg, granular sweetener and vanilla extract. Whisk all ingredients together until smooth.
- Microwave cheesecake for 2 minutes in total – stop the microwave after 1 minute, then restart and keep cooking in 30 second intervals. Let the healthy cheesecake cool for at least 15 minutes, then remove from the ramekin and serve.
Notes
- Nutritional values are calculated for cheesecake made with low fat cream cheese and calorie-free sweetener (erythritol).
May i know what level of microwave you use? High or medium high?
Hey dear Nur,
I used medium high speed!
Kind regards,
Matteo
Can you add a second yolk?
Hey Monique!
Thanks for your comment. Unfortunately the recipe does not work with two yolks.
All the best,
Matteo
Loved it! And low carb ??
Hey Jes,
Thank you so much for your feedback. I’m so glad you liked!
All the best,
Matteo