Healthy Protein Cheesecake Jars Recipe
These Healthy Protein Cheesecake Jars are a nutritious and delicious dessert option that combines creamy cottage cheese and fat-free cream cheese with vanilla protein powder for a satisfying treat. Layered over a buttery graham cracker crust and topped with fresh fruit or jam, these no-bake cheesecake jars are perfect for a high-protein snack or light dessert that’s easy to prepare and visually appealing.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 10 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Low Fat
Ingredients
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Cheesecake Filling
- 1 1/4 cups cottage cheese
- 1 cup fat-free cream cheese
- 1/2 cup vanilla protein powder
- Sugar-free maple syrup, to taste
- 1 tsp vanilla extract (optional, assumed for flavor)
Crust
- 6 graham crackers or equivalent crumbs
- 1 tbsp melted butter
Toppings
- Fresh fruit (e.g., berries, sliced kiwi, or mango)
- Jam (sugar-free or regular, optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the Cheesecake Filling: In a blender or food processor, combine the cottage cheese, fat-free cream cheese, vanilla protein powder, sugar-free maple syrup, and vanilla extract (if using). Blend until the mixture is completely smooth and creamy, ensuring no lumps remain for a silky cheesecake texture.
- Make the Crust: Crush the graham crackers into fine crumbs using a food processor or by placing them in a sealed bag and crushing with a rolling pin. Mix the crumbs thoroughly with the melted butter until the consistency resembles wet sand.
- Assemble the Jars: Press the graham cracker mixture evenly into the bottom of each serving jar or container to form a firm crust layer. Carefully spoon the blended cheesecake filling over the crust, smoothing the tops gently.
- Chill the Cheesecake Jars: Refrigerate the assembled jars for 1 to 2 hours to allow the filling to set and flavors to meld, resulting in a firmer cheesecake consistency.
- Add Toppings and Serve: Before serving, top each cheesecake jar with your choice of fresh fruit or a spoonful of jam for added sweetness and color. Serve chilled for the best taste and texture.
Notes
- You can substitute the fat-free cream cheese with regular cream cheese for a richer flavor, adjusting the calorie count accordingly.
- Choose sugar-free maple syrup and jam to keep the dessert low in sugar.
- Use your favorite fresh fruit toppings such as strawberries, blueberries, or kiwi to add natural sweetness and vitamins.
- For a vegan alternative, replace cream cheese and cottage cheese with plant-based versions and use a vegan protein powder.
- Make sure to blend the filling thoroughly to avoid a grainy texture from the cottage cheese.
- If you don’t have graham crackers, digestive biscuits or similar cookies can be used for the crust.
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