Description
Protein cheesecake is a healthier, high-protein twist on the classic dessert, made with Greek yogurt, cottage cheese, and protein powder.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup almond flour
- 2 tablespoons melted coconut oil
- 2 tablespoons honey or maple syrup
- 1 pinch of salt
- 2 cups Greek yogurt (plain or vanilla)
- 1 cup cottage cheese (or silken tofu for a dairy-free option)
- 1/2 cup protein powder (vanilla or chocolate)
- 1/3 cup honey or agave syrup
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 large eggs
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Mix almond flour, melted coconut oil, honey, and salt until crumbly. Press into a 9-inch springform pan to form the crust. Bake for 10-12 minutes or until lightly golden. Let cool.
- Blend Greek yogurt, cottage cheese, protein powder, honey, vanilla extract, eggs, and lemon juice in a large mixing bowl or blender until smooth and creamy.
- Pour the cheesecake filling over the cooled crust and spread evenly with a spatula. Tap the pan to remove air bubbles.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes or until edges are set and the center is slightly jiggly. Turn off the oven, crack the door, and let cool for an hour.
- Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight. Remove the springform pan sides and slice to serve.
Notes
- Ensure all ingredients are at room temperature for a smoother consistency.
- Use high-quality protein powder for the best flavor and texture.
- Allow the cheesecake to cool gradually to avoid cracks.
- Refrigerating the cheesecake overnight enhances its flavor.
- For a vegan option, replace eggs with flax eggs and use non-dairy yogurt.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (1/10 of recipe)
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
Keywords: Protein cheesecake, healthy cheesecake, high-protein dessert, guilt-free cheesecake, fitness dessert