Blueberry Cheesecake Crumb Cake
👩‍🍳 Ingredients:

For the Crust:
  • 1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
    • Points: 24 points
    • Tip: Consider substituting part of the flour with whole wheat flour to add fiber and reduce the glycemic index.
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
    • Points: 24 points
    • Tip: Use a sugar substitute like Swerve or Stevia to reduce the points (0 points with Swerve).
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
    • Points: 0 points
    • Tip: No changes needed here; baking powder is essential for texture.
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
    • Points: 0 points
    • Tip: Works with the baking powder to help the cake rise.
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
    • Points: 0 points
    • Tip: Essential for flavor balance, but keep it as is.
  • 1 cup unsalted butter, cold and cut into small pieces
    • Points: 46 points
    • Tip: Substitute with 1/2 cup of light butter to reduce points (23 points).
  • 1 large egg
    • Points: 2 points
    • Tip: Eggs are a low-point, nutrient-dense ingredient, so keep this as is.

For the Blueberry Layer:

  • 2 cups fresh blueberries
    • Points: 0 points
    • Nutritional Benefits: Blueberries are rich in antioxidants, vitamin C, and fiber.

For the Cheesecake Layer:

  • 8 oz reduced-fat cream cheese (Neufchâtel)
    • Points: 12 points
    • Tip: Using reduced-fat cream cheese cuts down on points without sacrificing the creamy texture.
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar (or sugar substitute)
    • Points: 6 points with sugar; 0 points with a substitute like Swerve.
  • 1 large egg
    • Points: 2 points
    • Tip: Keep the egg for structure and moisture in the cheesecake layer.
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
    • Points: 0 points
    • Nutritional Benefits: Vanilla extract adds flavor with no points.

For the Crumb Topping:

  • 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
    • Points: 8 points
    • Tip: Substitute with almond flour (4 points) to add healthy fats and reduce points.
  • 1/4 cup sugar or sugar substitute
    • Points: 6 points with sugar; 0 points with a substitute like Swerve.
  • 1/4 cup light butter, cold and cut into small pieces
    • Points: 12 points
    • Tip: Light butter lowers the points while keeping the crumb topping rich.

Instructions:

  1. Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×9-inch baking dish or line it with parchment paper.
  2. Prepare the Crust:
    • In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour, sugar (or substitute), baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
    • Cut in the cold butter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
    • Add the egg and mix until the dough forms.
    • Press the dough into the bottom of the prepared baking dish.
  3. Prepare the Blueberry Layer:
    • Evenly distribute the fresh blueberries over the crust layer.
  4. Prepare the Cheesecake Layer:
    • In a medium bowl, beat the reduced-fat cream cheese until smooth.
    • Add the sugar (or substitute), egg, and vanilla extract, mixing until smooth and creamy.
    • Pour the cheesecake mixture over the blueberries.
  5. Prepare the Crumb Topping:
    • In a small bowl, mix the flour (or almond flour), sugar (or substitute), and cold light butter.
    • Mix until it forms a crumbly texture.
    • Sprinkle the crumb topping over the cheesecake layer.
  6. Bake:
    • Bake in the preheated oven for 45-50 minutes, or until the top is golden and the cheesecake layer is set.
    • Allow the cake to cool completely before slicing.
  7. Serve:
    • Cut into 12 equal pieces to keep the points low. Enjoy!

Nutritional Information:

  • Serving Size: 1 slice (1/12th of the cake)
  • Estimated WW Points: Approximately 5 points per slice (when using substitutions)

Tips & Benefits:

  • Portion Control: Cutting the cake into 12 pieces helps manage portion sizes and keeps the points low.
  • Healthier Substitutes: Using almond flour and light butter in the crumb topping adds healthy fats and reduces points.
  • Antioxidants: The blueberries are packed with antioxidants, which are beneficial for overall health.

This Blueberry Cheesecake Crumb Cake is a delicious, lower-point dessert option that still feels indulgent. Perfect for satisfying your sweet tooth while staying within your Weight Watchers points!