Description
Indulge in a guilt-free treat with these High Protein Cheesecake Jars. Creamy and decadent, yet packed with protein, these no-bake cheesecakes are the perfect balance of health and indulgence.
Ingredients
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Cheesecake Filling:
- 1 cup nonfat Greek yogurt
- 8 ounces reduced-fat cream cheese (softened)
- 2 tablespoons honey or maple syrup
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 cup vanilla or unflavored protein powder
Graham Cracker Crust:
- 1/2 cup graham cracker crumbs
- 2 tablespoons melted coconut oil or butter
Topping:
- 1 cup fresh berries or fruit topping of choice
Instructions
- Cheesecake Filling: In a mixing bowl, blend the Greek yogurt, cream cheese, honey, vanilla extract, and protein powder until smooth and creamy.
- Graham Cracker Crust: In a small bowl, mix the graham cracker crumbs with melted coconut oil or butter until it resembles wet sand. Spoon 2 tablespoons of the crumb mixture into each jar and press down gently.
- Assembly: Divide the cheesecake filling among the jars, spooning it over the crust layer. Top with fresh berries or fruit topping.
- Chill: Refrigerate the jars for at least 1 hour before serving for the best texture.
Notes
- You can make these ahead and store in the fridge for up to 4 days.
- For a dairy-free version, use dairy-free yogurt and cream cheese.
- Use stevia or monk fruit instead of honey for a lower sugar option.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 jar
- Calories: 260
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 220mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 16g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
