A healthier dessert option that’s full of protein! Easy to make and ready in just 30 minutes no-bake needed cheesecake cups topped with fresh strawberries.
2tablespoonsLow calorie granulated sweetener or honey
1ScoopWhey Proteinvanilla flavor
6ouncesLight cream cheese, softened
½ teaspoonVanilla extract
2CupsVanilla Greek yogurt
¼ CupLow calorie granulated sweetenerhoney or agave will work
1CupBerries or mixed fruit
Instructions
First, place the oats and pecans in the bowl of a food processor; pulse until the oats and nuts are coarsely chopped. Transfer the mixture to a bowl and stir in the cinnamon, coconut oil, and sweetener.
Divide the oat mixture between 4 cups, pressing the mixture down with your fingers.
Chill for 20 minutes.
Beat the cream cheese with a mixer until fluffy. Add the protein powder, vanilla extract, Greek yogurt and sweetener. Beat until thoroughly combined.
Divide the cream cheese mixture between the 4 cups. Chill for one hour. Finally, top with fruit and serve.
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Notes
Substitutes:
in place of coconut oil, you may use butter or any other neutral-tasting oil
pecans: use any other nuts of choice like walnuts or almonds
low-calorie sweeteners can be something like Truvia or monk fruit. You may use honey or maple syrup for a vegan option.
any protein of choice will work, plant-based for vegans, and you may also skip the protein
yogurt: plant-based for a vegan option or any other yogurt of choice
cream cheese is recommended. For a healthier option consider blending and using low-fat cottage cheese. If there are any plant-based cream cheese use it.
Storage:Store the covered cheesecake in the fridge for up to 5 days. You may freeze for up to 3 months. Remove from the freezer and allow it to thaw overnight. Place the cheesecake in freezer-safe containers if you plan to freeze any.