Description
These High Protein Cheesecake Jars are a delicious and healthy twist on a classic dessert. Packed with protein from cottage cheese and protein powder, this creamy cheesecake filling is layered over a crunchy graham cracker crust, making it the perfect guilt-free treat. Top with fresh fruits or a bit of chocolate for added indulgence!
Ingredients
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For the Cheesecake Filling:
- 1 1/4 cups cottage cheese
- 1 cup fat-free cream cheese
- 1/2 cup protein powder (Vanilla Salted Caramel recommended)
- 1/4 cup sugar-free maple syrup
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
For the Graham Cracker Crust:
- 6 keto graham crackers
- 1 tablespoon butter, melted
Toppings:
- Fresh fruits (e.g., berries)
- Blueberry jam
- Chocolate (optional for topping)
- 1 tablespoon cocoa powder (for chocolate cheesecake variation)
Instructions
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Prepare the Graham Cracker Crust:
- In a food processor, pulse the keto graham crackers into fine crumbs.
- In a small bowl, combine the graham cracker crumbs with melted butter. Stir to combine.
- Divide the crust mixture evenly between small jars or glasses (about 4-6 jars), pressing the mixture down firmly to form a base.
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Prepare the Cheesecake Filling:
- In a blender or food processor, combine the cottage cheese, fat-free cream cheese, protein powder, sugar-free maple syrup, and vanilla extract. Blend until smooth and creamy.
- Spoon the cheesecake filling over the graham cracker crust, filling each jar about halfway or more.
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Make Chocolate Cheesecake (optional):
- To make a chocolate cheesecake variation, add 1 tablespoon of cocoa powder to the cheesecake filling and blend until smooth. Spoon into jars over the graham cracker crust.
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Chill the Cheesecakes:
- Cover the jars with lids or plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or overnight for best results. This will allow the cheesecake to set properly.
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Add Toppings:
- Before serving, top the cheesecake jars with fresh fruits like berries, a dollop of blueberry jam, or a sprinkle of chocolate if desired.
Notes
- You can adjust the sweetness by adding more sugar-free maple syrup or your preferred sweetener to taste.
- For a richer flavor, you can use full-fat cream cheese instead of fat-free.
- The cheesecake jars can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: None (chill time 4 hours minimum)
- Category: Dessert, Snack
- Method: Blending, Chilling
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: High-protein cheesecake, protein dessert, cheesecake jars, keto dessert, healthy cheesecake, vanilla cheesecake