High-Protein Cheesecake

This high-protein cheesecake combines creamy texture with a delightful balance of sweetness, making it a guilt-free dessert option. Perfect for satisfying your sweet tooth while fueling your body with protein.

Ingredients

• Greek yogurt - 200 grams
• Cream cheese - 100 grams
• Honey - 2 tablespoons
• Egg - 1 large
• Vanilla extract - 1 teaspoon
• Almond flour - 50 grams
• Coconut oil - 1 tablespoon
• Baking powder - 1/2 teaspoon
• Salt - a pinch

Steps

1. Preheat the oven to 175°C (350°F).
2. In a mixing bowl, combine Greek yogurt, cream cheese, honey, egg, and vanilla extract. Mix until smooth and creamy.
3. In another bowl, mix almond flour, baking powder, and salt.
4. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring until fully incorporated.
5. Grease two small ramekins with coconut oil and evenly divide the cheesecake batter between them.
6. Place the ramekins in a baking dish and fill the dish with hot water halfway up the sides of the ramekins to create a water bath.
7. Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes or until the edges are set and the center is slightly jiggly.
8. Remove from the oven and let cool to room temperature before refrigerating for at least 2 hours.
9. Serve chilled, optionally topped with fresh berries or a drizzle of honey.

Nutrition

• Calories: 250
• Protein: 20 g
• Carbs: 20 g
• Fiber: 2 g
• Sugar: 10 g
• Sodium: 210 mg
• Cholesterol: 70 mg
• Total Fat: 15 g
• Saturated Fat: 7 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
• Water: 0.2 L

Health Benefits

• High in protein to support muscle repair and growth.
• Contains probiotics from Greek yogurt for gut health.

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