The Best SW Cheesecake I’ve Ever Had — and It’s Syn-Free!
This cheesecake is unbelievably creamy, 100% on-plan, and ridiculously easy to whip up. It’s my go-to treat whenever a sweet craving strikes — and the best part? Zero Syns!
🍽️ Recipe Snapshot
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Chill Time: 3–4 hours (or overnight)
- Total Time: 10 mins active + chill
- Servings: 6–8 slices
- Syns per Slice: 0 (when using oats as HexB and Syn-free sweetener)
- Dietary Info: Syn-Free | Gluten-Free (if using GF oats) | High-Protein | Vegetarian
🛒 Ingredients Checklist
✅ Fat-free quark
✅ Fat-free Greek-style yogurt or fromage frais
✅ Gelatin powder or sheets
✅ Sweetener (granulated, Syn-free)
✅ Vanilla essence
✅ Optional: oats (as HexB base), lemon zest, cocoa powder
✅ Fresh fruit for topping
📋 Basic Instructions
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Make the Filling
- Mix quark, yogurt, vanilla, and sweetener until smooth.
- Stir in cooled, dissolved gelatin.
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Optional Base
- Mix oats with a little yogurt, press into lined dish if using as Healthy Extra B.
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Assemble
- Pour cheesecake mix into dish or glasses over base.
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Chill
- Refrigerate for at least 3 hours until set.
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Top & Serve
- Add berries, lemon zest, or a dash of cocoa. Slice and enjoy!
💡 Notes & Tips
- For 0 Syns, skip the oat base or count it as your Healthy Extra B.
- This is not baked — just mix, set, and chill.
- The longer it chills, the firmer and creamier it gets (overnight is best).
- Easily doubled for batch prep.
🧁 Why This Slimming World Cheesecake Is My Go-To
I’ve tried my fair share of Slimming World desserts… but this cheesecake? Total game-changer.
It’s everything I crave in a dessert:
✔ Creamy
✔ Sweet
✔ Satisfying
✔ Zero Syns
And the best part? It’s dead easy to make. I’ve had this on repeat for weeks, and I’m still not tired of it. Every time that sweet tooth kicks in, this is what I reach for.
🧑🍳 Step-by-Step Visual Guide
1. Dissolve the Gelatin
- Prepare according to pack instructions
- Let it cool for 1–2 minutes before mixing into dairy
Tip: Don’t pour boiling gelatin into quark straight away — it may split.
2. Mix the Filling
- In a bowl, mix:
- 1 tub fat-free quark
- 1 pot fat-free yogurt
- 1 tsp vanilla essence
- 2–3 tbsp sweetener (adjust to taste)
- Stir in dissolved gelatin
Optional: Add lemon zest or a spoon of cocoa powder (count syns if needed)
3. Build the Cheesecake
- Optional: press oat + yogurt mixture into base of tin (if using as HexB)
- Pour the filling over base or directly into ramekins/glass dish
4. Chill to Set
- Cover and refrigerate for at least 3 hours, preferably overnight
- Filling should be firm and sliceable
5. Top & Serve
- Add a handful of fresh berries or a dusting of cinnamon
- Slice and enjoy cold!
🧾 Ingredients & Substitution Tips
| Ingredient | Alternative or Tip |
|---|---|
| Quark | Can swap with fat-free fromage frais or Greek yogurt |
| Sweetener | Use Sukrin, Stevia, or Erythritol (Syn-free) |
| Gelatin | Use agar-agar for vegetarian version |
| Oats (base) | Optional – only if using as HexB |
| Vanilla | Swap with almond, lemon, or orange essence |
🍓 Variations & Serving Ideas
🍫 Chocolate Cheesecake
Add 1 tsp cocoa powder for a chocolate twist (½ Syn approx.)
🍋 Lemon Cheesecake
Stir in 1 tsp lemon zest + 1 tsp lemon juice for zing
🍓 Fruit-Topped Cheesecake
Top with raspberries, strawberries or a few frozen cherries
🧁 Mini Cheesecakes
Portion into muffin cases or ramekins for individual treats
🧊 Storage & Make-Ahead
- Fridge: Keep in a sealed container for up to 3 days
- Freezer: Not recommended — texture can break down
- Make-Ahead Tip: Mix and chill the night before for easy dessert prep
🍴 Best served chilled, straight from the fridge!
🔢 Nutrition (Estimated per Slice)
- Calories: 90–110
- Protein: 11–13g
- Fat: 1–2g
- Carbs: 4–6g
- Syns: 0 (when using oats as HexB or no base)
- Allergens: Dairy | Gluten (from oats, unless GF)
❓ FAQs
Q: Is this really Syn-Free?
✅ Yes — if you skip the base or count oats as your HexB and use Syn-free ingredients.
Q: Can I make it without gelatin?
➤ You can try agar-agar or skip setting agent for a mousse-style dessert (it won’t firm up as much).
Q: What if I don’t like quark?
➤ Try half quark, half Greek yogurt for a milder flavour. Add lemon or fruit for balance.
Q: Can I use Muller Light?
➤ Some use it, but check current plan guidance as flavours may carry Syns now.
💬 Final Thoughts
This is hands-down the best Slimming World cheesecake I’ve tried.
So simple, so satisfying, and 100% plan-friendly.
Whether you’re mid-week, meal-prepping or just need something sweet without guilt — this is your new best friend.
