Protein Cheesecake: The Best Guilt-Free Delight You’ll Love
A delicious and healthy twist on traditional cheesecake, packed with protein and guilt-free indulgence.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Total Time: 4 hours 50 minutes
- Yield: 8 servings
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Protein-rich, Low-calorie
Ingredients
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- 2 cups low-fat cream cheese
- 1 cup Greek yogurt
- 1/2 cup protein powder
- 1/4 cup honey or maple syrup
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 325°F (160°C).
- In a mixing bowl, blend together the cream cheese, Greek yogurt, and protein powder until smooth.
- Add honey or maple syrup, vanilla extract, and salt; mix until fully combined.
- Pour the mixture into a greased 9-inch springform pan.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes or until the center is set.
- Allow to cool, then refrigerate for at least 4 hours before serving.
Notes
- For an extra flavor boost, consider adding lemon zest or cocoa powder.
- This cheesecake can be topped with fresh berries or a drizzle of chocolate sauce for added sweetness.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 100mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 30mg