Description
A guilt-free high-protein cheesecake that satisfies sweet cravings while supporting muscle growth, featuring 25 grams of protein per slice.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz low-fat cream cheese
- 1 cup Greek yogurt
- 1 scoop protein powder (vanilla or chocolate)
- 1/4 cup sweetener (stevia or monk fruit)
- 2 eggs (or flax eggs for vegan option)
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup almond flour (or a healthy crust option)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 325°F (160°C).
- Prepare the crust by mixing almond flour with melted coconut oil and sweetener, pressing into a greased 9-inch springform pan.
- In a large bowl, blend cream cheese and Greek yogurt until smooth. Add protein powder and sweetener, mixing well.
- Incorporate eggs one at a time, blending each in completely.
- Stir in vanilla extract until mixed thoroughly.
- Pour the filling into the prepared crust and bake for about 35 minutes or until set but slightly jiggly in the center.
- Allow to cool for an hour at room temperature, then refrigerate for at least three hours, preferably overnight.
Notes
Top with fresh berries, sugar-free whipped cream, or a drizzle of dark chocolate for added flavor.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: high-protein dessert, cheesecake, healthy dessert, muscle recovery, protein-packed recipe
