Cheesecake Bites

These Gluten-Free Cheesecake Bites are a delightful twist on a classic dessert, combining a creamy filling with a crunchy almond crust. Perfect for sharing, they are easy to make and satisfy any sweet tooth.

Ingredients

• Almond flour - 100 grams
• Granulated sugar - 30 grams
• Unsalted butter - 40 grams, melted
• Cream cheese - 120 grams, softened
• Greek yogurt - 50 grams
• Vanilla extract - 1 teaspoon
• Egg - 1 large
• Lemon juice - 1 tablespoon
• Powdered sugar - 20 grams (for dusting)

Steps

1. Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F) and line a mini muffin tin with paper liners.
2. In a mixing bowl, combine almond flour, granulated sugar, and melted butter, then mix until well combined.
3. Press the almond mixture into the bottom of each muffin liner to form a crust, ensuring it is evenly distributed.
4. In another bowl, beat together the softened cream cheese, Greek yogurt, vanilla extract, egg, and lemon juice until smooth and creamy.
5. Spoon the cheesecake filling over the almond crust in each muffin liner, filling them about 3/4 full.
6. Bake in the preheated oven for 15-18 minutes, or until the centers are set and only slightly jiggly.
7. Remove from the oven and let cool at room temperature, then refrigerate for at least 1 hour before serving.
8. Dust with powdered sugar before serving for an extra touch of sweetness.

Nutrition

• Calories: 220
• Protein: 5 g
• Carbs: 15 g
• Fiber: 2 g
• Sugar: 5 g
• Sodium: 230 mg
• Cholesterol: 50 mg
• Total Fat: 16 g
• Saturated Fat: 7 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
• Water: 0.1 L

Health Benefits

• Almond flour is lower in carbohydrates and high in healthy fats.
• Greek yogurt adds protein and probiotics for gut health.

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