Description
This High Protein Cheesecake is a creamy, delicious, and nutritious dessert that satisfies your sweet tooth while keeping your protein intake high. Made with Greek yogurt, protein powder, and a low-carb crust option, this cheesecake is perfect for fitness enthusiasts and dessert lovers alike!
Ingredients
Scale
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Crust:
- 1 1/2 cups graham crackers (or almond flour for low-carb option)
- 1/4 cup butter (melted)
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Cheesecake Filling:
- 16 ounces cream cheese (softened)
- 1 cup Greek yogurt
- 1 scoop vanilla protein powder
- 2 eggs
- 1/2 cup sweetener (like erythritol)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
Instructions
Preparing the Crust:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a bowl, mix graham cracker crumbs (or almond flour) with melted butter.
- Press the mixture evenly into the bottom of a springform pan or baking dish.
- Bake for 8 minutes, then let it cool while preparing the filling.
Mixing the Cheesecake Filling:
- In a large bowl, beat cream cheese until smooth.
- Add Greek yogurt and mix until fully combined.
- Gradually add sweetener, followed by vanilla extract and lemon juice.
- Slowly mix in protein powder to avoid clumps.
- Add eggs one at a time, mixing just until combined (do not overmix).
Baking the Cheesecake:
- Pour the cheesecake filling over the cooled crust.
- Reduce oven temperature to 325°F (160°C) and bake for 45-50 minutes.
- The edges should be set, but the center should still jiggle slightly.
- Turn off the oven and let the cheesecake cool inside with the door slightly open for 1 hour (this helps prevent cracks).
- Transfer to the refrigerator for at least 4 hours (or overnight) before serving.
Notes
- Top with fresh berries, sugar-free chocolate drizzle, or a sprinkle of cinnamon for added flavor.
- Try adding lemon zest or a touch of coffee extract for different variations.
- Best stored in the fridge and consumed within 5 days.
- Prep Time: PT15M
- Cook Time: CT50M
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (1/8 of cheesecake)
- Calories: 220 kcal
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 180 mg
- Fat: 14 g
- Saturated Fat: 7 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 65mg
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