Low Fat Chocolate-cheese Cups Recipe

Ingredients

] envelope unflavored gelatin

1 1/2 cups low-fat ricotta cheese

4 ounces low-fat cream cheese

1/2 cup granulated sugar

1/3 cup unsweetened cocoa powder

12 chocolate wafers

--or nonfat devil's food cookie cakes

reduced-calorie nondairy whipped topping, optional

Method

1.In 1-cup microwavable measuring cup, sprinkle gelatin over water; let stand 1 minute.

Microwave at High about 40 seconds, or until gelatin dissolves; stir and let stand 3 minutes.

2.In food processor or electric blender, blend cheeses, sugar and cocoa powder until smooth.

With motor running, gradually add gelatin mixture, processing until smooth.

3.Place 1 cookie in each of 12 paper-lined muffin-pan cups; pour gelatin mixture into prepared cups.

Chill about 3 hours, or until firm.

To serve, remove from paper liners; garnish with whipped topping.

Per serving: About 107 calories, 5g protein, 14g carbohydrate, 4g fat, 33% calories from fat, 14mg cholesterol, 88mg sodium, 0g fiber.

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