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Mini Protein Cheesecakes: A Healthy Dessert Delight!

Mini Protein Cheesecakes are a healthy dessert option that combines the rich flavors of cheesecake with the benefits of protein, making them a guilt-free treat.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 18 minutes
Total Time 2 hours 33 minutes
Servings: 12 servings
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 120
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup low-fat cream cheese softened
  • 1/2 cup Greek yogurt plain, non-fat
  • 1/2 cup vanilla protein powder
  • 1/4 cup honey or maple syrup
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/2 teaspoon lemon juice
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup crushed graham crackers
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter melted

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 325°F (163°C) and line a muffin tin with paper liners.
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine the crushed graham crackers and melted butter. Mix until well combined, then press about 1 tablespoon of the mixture into the bottom of each muffin liner to form the crust.
  3. In a separate bowl, beat the softened cream cheese until smooth. Add the Greek yogurt, vanilla protein powder, honey (or maple syrup), vanilla extract, lemon juice, and salt. Mix until fully combined and creamy.
  4. Spoon the cheesecake mixture evenly over the crusts in the muffin tin, filling each liner about 3/4 full.
  5. Bake in the preheated oven for 15-18 minutes, or until the edges are set but the centers are slightly jiggly.
  6. Remove from the oven and let cool at room temperature for about 30 minutes. Then, refrigerate for at least 2 hours to fully set.
  7. Serve chilled, and enjoy your mini protein cheesecakes!

Nutrition

Serving: 1cheesecakeCalories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 8gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 6g

Notes

  • For a chocolate version, substitute chocolate protein powder and add a tablespoon of cocoa powder to the cheesecake mixture.
  • Top each cheesecake with fresh berries or a drizzle of sugar-free chocolate sauce for added flavor and presentation.

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