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High Protein Cheesecake Jars

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Creamy, protein-packed cheesecake in a jar—perfect for a healthy dessert or snack with layers of Greek yogurt, whey protein, and optional fruit or nut crumbles.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup nonfat plain Greek yogurt
  • 4 oz cream cheese, softened
  • 1 scoop (about 30 g) vanilla whey protein powder
  • 2 tablespoons honey or maple syrup (adjust to taste)
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1–2 tablespoons lemon juice (optional, for brightness)
  • 1/4 cup crushed graham crackers or nut crumble (optional layer)
  • Fresh berries or fruit compote, for topping

Instructions

  1. In a medium bowl, beat softened cream cheese until smooth.
  2. Add Greek yogurt, vanilla whey protein, honey or maple syrup, vanilla extract, and lemon juice; mix until well combined and creamy.
  3. Taste and adjust sweetness or tang as desired.
  4. Layer 2–3 small jars: start with a spoonful of crushed graham crackers or nut crumble if using.
  5. Spoon cheesecake mixture on top, filling jars about 3/4 full.
  6. Top each jar with fresh berries or fruit compote.
  7. Seal jars and refrigerate for at least 1 hour (or overnight) to firm up.
  8. Serve chilled—eat directly from the jar or transfer to a dish.

Notes

  • Use low-carb sweeteners (e.g., stevia or erythritol) to reduce sugar.
  • Substitute flavored protein powder (e.g., chocolate or strawberry) for variety.
  • Make dairy-free: use dairy-free yogurt and cream cheese alternative and plant-based protein powder.
  • Make ahead: assemble jars and refrigerate up to 24 hours—add crunchy topping just before serving.
  • Adjust protein-by doubling the yogurt or adding an extra half scoop protein powder.

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