Almond Black Forest Cheesecake

Submitted by ElaineAnn

"This one is no-bake and lower in fat and sugar. A light, sweet treat everyone can enjoy."

 

• Ready In: 1hr 10mins
• Ingredients: 9
• Serves: 8

ingredients

• 16 ounces fat free cream cheese, softened
• 1 (4 ounce) package sugar-free instant chocolate pudding mix
• 2⁄3 cup nonfat dry milk powder
• 1 cup water
• 1 teaspoon almond extract, divided
• 3⁄4 cup Cool Whip Lite, divided
• 1 (6 ounce) chocolate wafer pie crust
• 1⁄2 cup black cherry fruit spread
• 2 tablespoons sliced almonds

directions

1. In a large bowl, stir cream cheese until soft and smooth.
2. Add dry pudding mix, dry milk powder, and water. Mix well using a wire whisk.
3. Blend in 1/2 teaspoon almond extract and 1/4 cup Cool Whip Lite.
4. Spread this mixture into pie crust. Refrigerate while preparing topping.
5. In a small bowl, combine spreadable fruit and remaining 1/2 teaspoon almond extract. Fold in remaining 1/2 cup Cool Whip Lite.
6. Spread this mixture evenly over chocolate layer. Sprinkle almonds evenly over top.
7. Refrigerate for at least 1 hour.
8. Cut into 8 servings.
9. Prep time includes minimum refrigeration time.