Mini Protein Cheesecakes
Indulge in the delightful taste of Mini Protein Cheesecakes, a guilt-free dessert that satisfies your sweet cravings while providing a protein boost. Each cheesecake is crafted with a homemade buttery graham cracker crust and a creamy filling made from Greek yogurt and light cream cheese, ensuring you enjoy every bite without compromising on health. Perfect for post-workout recovery or as a nutritious snack, these cheesecakes are versatile and easy to customize with your favorite toppings. Whether you’re hosting a gathering or simply treating yourself, these mini delights will impress everyone at the table!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Makes approximately 12 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 ½ cups graham cracker crumbs (gluten-free if needed)
- 5 Tbsp salted butter (melted)
- 8 oz cream cheese (room temperature)
- ¾ cup plain 0% Greek yogurt (room temperature)
- ⅓ cup granulated sugar
- 1 egg + 1 yolk
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 2 tsp lemon juice
- 1 Tbsp arrowroot starch or cornstarch
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a cupcake tin with liners.
- For the crust, pulse graham crackers in a food processor until finely crushed. Mix with melted butter and press into muffin liners.
- Bake crusts for 5-6 minutes until golden; let cool.
- In a mixing bowl, beat cream cheese until smooth, then add Greek yogurt, sugar, egg, vanilla extract, lemon juice, and starch; mix until combined.
- Distribute filling evenly over cooled crusts and bake for another 17-20 minutes until set.
- Cool at room temperature for 30 minutes before refrigerating for at least 3 hours before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cheesecake (65g)
- Calories: 130
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 11g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
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