Feta Cheese Cake

This Feta Cheese Cake combines the creamy texture of Greek feta with a hint of sweetness, creating a unique high-protein dessert that delights the palate. Perfect for a light treat after a meal, this cake is both nutritious and satisfying.

Ingredients

• Feta cheese - 150 grams
• Greek yogurt - 100 grams
• Cream cheese - 50 grams
• Honey - 3 tablespoons
• Eggs - 2 large
• Vanilla extract - 1 teaspoon
• Lemon zest - 1 teaspoon
• Almond flour - 50 grams
• Baking powder - 1/2 teaspoon
• Salt - a pinch

Steps

1. Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F) and grease two small ramekins or a small cake pan.
2. In a mixing bowl, crumble the feta cheese and add the Greek yogurt, cream cheese, honey, eggs, vanilla extract, and lemon zest. Blend until smooth.
3. In another bowl, combine the almond flour, baking powder, and salt.
4. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring until just combined.
5. Pour the batter into the prepared ramekins or cake pan, smoothing the top with a spatula.
6. Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the edges are golden and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
7. Remove from the oven and let cool for 10 minutes before serving. Enjoy warm or chilled.

Nutrition

• Calories: 250
• Protein: 14 g
• Carbs: 20 g
• Fiber: 2 g
• Sugar: 8 g
• Sodium: 450 mg
• Cholesterol: 80 mg
• Total Fat: 15 g
• Saturated Fat: 8 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
• Water: 0.1 L

Health Benefits

• High in protein, supporting muscle growth and repair.
• Contains beneficial probiotics from Greek yogurt, promoting gut health.

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