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Mini Protein Cheesecakes

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  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20-22 minutes
  • Total Time: 3 hours 30 minutes (includes chilling time)
  • Yield: 6 mini cheesecakes 1x
  • Category: Dessert, High-Protein, Healthy Snacks
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American, Healthy
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

These Mini Protein Cheesecakes are a healthy, high-protein dessert packed with Greek yogurt and light cream cheese. With a simple 2-ingredient crust and only 7g of protein per serving, they make the perfect guilt-free treat


Ingredients

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  1. Base:

    • 100g crushed cookies (Biscoff, graham crackers, or almond meal)

    • 1 tbsp softened butter or coconut oil

  2. Filling:

    • ⅔ cup (150g) non-fat Greek yogurt

    • ⅔ cup (150g) light cream cheese

    • 1 large egg

    • 1 tbsp arrowroot flour (or cornstarch)

    • ¼ cup granulated sweetener (monk fruit or brown sugar)

    • 1 tsp vanilla extract

    • 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice

    • 1 tsp lemon zest

    • 1 cup fresh raspberries or blueberries (optional)


Instructions

  • Prepare the Crust:
    Preheat oven to 350°F (180°C) and line a muffin tin with 6 liners.
    In a bowl, mix crushed cookies with melted butter.
    Divide evenly between the muffin cups (about 1.5 tbsp each) and press down to flatten.

  • Make the Filling:
    In a large bowl, combine Greek yogurt, cream cheese, egg, vanilla extract, lemon juice, lemon zest, and arrowroot flour.
    Use a hand mixer to beat until smooth (about 60 seconds).
    Pour the filling evenly into the muffin cups.
    If using berries, press 3 raspberries or blueberries into each cheesecake.

  • Bake & Chill:
    Bake for 20-22 minutes, until the cheesecakes are just set (firm but not jiggly).
    Let cool at room temperature for 30 minutes, then refrigerate for at least 3 hours to fully set.

 

  • Serve & Enjoy:
    Top with extra fresh berries and enjoy chilled!


Notes

  • Use any sweetener of your choice; monk fruit is a great sugar-free option.

  • You can substitute arrowroot flour with cornstarch if needed.

  • Feel free to switch up the berries or use a fruit topping like strawberries or blackberries.

 

  • Ensure they are fully chilled before serving for the best texture.


Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 mini cheesecake
  • Calories: 150 kcal
  • Sugar: 5g
  • Sodium: 150mg
  • Fat: 9g
  • Saturated Fat: 14g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 4g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 14g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 7g
  • Cholesterol: 50mg