Description
Mini Protein Cheesecakes are a delicious and healthy twist on classic cheesecake, packed with protein and low in sugar. These individual-sized treats make for a perfect high-protein dessert or snack, satisfying your sweet cravings while supporting your fitness goals.
Ingredients
**Crust:**
– 1/2 cup almond flour
– 1 tbsp coconut oil, melted
– 1 tbsp honey or maple syrup
– 1/2 tsp cinnamon (optional)
**Filling:**
– 8 oz cream cheese, softened
– 1/2 cup Greek yogurt
– 1 scoop vanilla protein powder
– 1 egg
– 2 tbsp honey or sugar substitute
– 1 tsp vanilla extract
– 1 tbsp lemon juice
– Pinch of salt
**Topping (Optional):**
– Fresh berries
– Sugar-free chocolate drizzle
– Whipped cream
Instructions
1. Preheat oven to 325°F (163°C). Line a muffin tin with paper liners or grease lightly.
2. In a small bowl, mix almond flour, melted coconut oil, honey, and cinnamon until crumbly.
3. Divide the mixture evenly into the muffin tin, pressing it down to form a crust.
4. Bake for 5 minutes, then remove from oven and let cool slightly.
5. In a mixing bowl, beat cream cheese until smooth. Add Greek yogurt, protein powder, egg, honey, vanilla extract, lemon juice, and salt. Mix until fully combined.
6. Evenly distribute the cheesecake batter over the crusts in the muffin tin.
7. Bake for 15-18 minutes, or until the centers are set but slightly jiggly.
8. Remove from oven and let cool at room temperature before transferring to the fridge to chill for at least 2 hours.
9. Once chilled, top with fresh berries, chocolate drizzle, or whipped cream. Enjoy!
Notes
– Use a sugar substitute like stevia or erythritol for a lower-carb option.
– Swap almond flour for crushed graham crackers if you prefer a traditional crust.
– Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 5 days or freeze for longer storage.
– Experiment with different protein powder flavors, such as chocolate or strawberry, for variety.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 mini cheesecake
- Calories: 150 kcal
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 35mg