Ingredients

  • 1/2 c. Kretschmer wheat germ
  • 1/2 c. crushed graham crackers
  • 2 Tbsp. melted margarine
  • 3 eggs
  • 1/2 c. sugar
  • 1 tsp. finely shredded orange peel
  • 1/4 c. orange juice
  • 3 tsp. vanilla
  • 1 c. Dannon plain, lemon or vanilla yogurt
  • 2 (8 oz.) pkg. cream cheese (nonfat)
  • 2 Tbsp. powdered sugar

Method

  • In bowl combine first 3 ingredients.
  • Press onto bottom of 7-inch spring-form.
  • Bake at 325° for 6 minutes; let cool.
  • In blender combine eggs, sugar, orange peel, juice and 2 teaspoons vanilla.
  • Cut cream cheese into chunks.
  • Add to mixture and blend until smooth.
  • Stir in 1/2 cup yogurt.
  • Pour into crust.
  • Bake at 325° for 50 to 60 minutes or until nearly set.
  • Combine 1/2 cup yogurt, powdered sugar and 1 teaspoon vanilla.
  • Spread over hot cheesecake.
  • Loosen sides of pan.
  • Cool on wire rack.
  • Chill before serving.
  • Makes 8 servings.