Description
High Protein Healthy Strawberry Cheesecake Bites are the perfect guilt-free indulgence that combines rich flavors with a protein boost. These mini cheesecake treats are not only delicious but also easy to make, making them ideal for a post-workout snack or a satisfying dessert. With creamy cottage cheese and Greek yogurt forming the base, these bites deliver both taste and nutrition. The natural sweetness of strawberries enhances their flavor, ensuring you won’t miss traditional cheesecake. Whether you’re entertaining guests or simply enjoying a healthy treat at home, these bites are sure to impress!
Ingredients
- 3/4 cup graham cracker crumbs
- 3 tbsp melted butter
- 1 cup cottage cheese
- 1/3 cup unsweetened plain Greek yogurt
- 2 tbsp cream cheese
- 2 tbsp sugar-free maple syrup
- 1 egg
- 1/4 tsp baking powder
- 1 scoop PEScience Strawberry Cheesecake Protein Powder
- 3/4 cup frozen strawberries
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F and line a muffin tin with liners.
- In a blender, crush graham crackers into fine crumbs and mix with melted butter. Press this mixture into the bottom of each muffin liner.
- Blend cottage cheese, Greek yogurt, cream cheese, maple syrup, egg, baking powder, and protein powder until smooth.
- Pour the filling over the crusts in the muffin tins and bake for 38-41 minutes until set.
- In a saucepan over medium-low heat, warm frozen strawberries until they break down into a sauce.
- Allow cheesecakes to cool completely before topping with strawberry sauce. Refrigerate overnight for best results.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cheesecake bite (45g)
- Calories: 142
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 114mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 33mg