Jelled Strawberry Topping for Cheesecake Recipe

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Jelled Strawberry Topping for Cheesecake
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Ingredients:

  • 1 cheesecake, cold and still in springform pan
  • 1 cup sugar
  • 3 tbsp cornstarch
  • 1 1/2 cups water
  • 1 (3 oz) box strawberry gelatin (or raspberry)
  • 1 lb strawberry (26-30 depending on their size)

Directions:

  1. Rinse strawberries under cool water and let drain on paper towels, with paper towels over top of them also.
  2. In medium saucepan, combine sugar and cornstarch, add water and cook over medium heat until thick and clear.
  3. Add strawberry gelatin and stir to dissolve. Set aside to cool down.
  4. Meanwhile, cut tops off the strawberries and place cut side down onto cheesecake THAT IS STILL IN THE SPRINGFORM PAN. Start in center and spiral out to edges. (Note: If you have a store bought cheesecake, you can carefully wrap parchment paper then plastic wrap around it to create a 'wall' above the cheesecake to hold the gel in til firmed up).
  5. When gelatin has cooled to almost room temperature, gently pour it over the strawberries, being sure to cover the entire top of strawberries and cake. Place in the fridge for a minimum of 4 hours.
  6. Loosen cake with a knife between the cake and the pan. unlock the pan (or carefully peel off the plastic wrap and parchment paper).
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Nutrition Facts

Per ServingPer 100 g
Amount Per 1 Serving
Calories 123.93 Kcal (519 kJ)
Calories from fat 14.48 Kcal
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 1.61g 2%
Cholesterol 3.59mg 1%
Sodium 60.53mg 3%
Potassium 113.23mg 2%
Total Carbs 26.72g 9%
Sugars 17.53g 70%
Dietary Fiber 1.41g 6%
Protein 1.52g 3%
Vitamin C 33.6mg 56%
Calcium 35mg 4%
Amount Per 100 g
Calories 91.77 Kcal (384 kJ)
Calories from fat 10.72 Kcal
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 1.19g 2%
Cholesterol 2.66mg 1%
Sodium 44.82mg 3%
Potassium 83.85mg 2%
Total Carbs 19.79g 9%
Sugars 12.98g 70%
Dietary Fiber 1.05g 6%
Protein 1.13g 3%
Vitamin C 24.9mg 56%
Calcium 25.9mg 4%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
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Tastes

  • salty
  • savory
  • bitter
  • sweet
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Weightwatchers Points

  • 2.3
    Points
  • 3
    PointsPlus

Good Points

  • low fat,
  • saturated fat free,
  • low sodium,
  • low cholesterol

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