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High Protein Cheesecake Jars Recipe

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  • Author: Megane
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes
  • Total Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: No-Cook
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Low Fat

Description

These High Protein Cheesecake Jars are a delightful and nutritious dessert option that combines creamy cheesecake filling with a crunchy keto graham cracker crust. Sweetened with sugar-free maple syrup and flavored with vanilla, these jars can be customized with fresh fruits or a chocolate version by adding cocoa powder. Perfect for a protein-packed treat, they are easy to prepare and served chilled.

Ingredients

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Cheesecake Filling

  • 1 1/4 cup cottage cheese
  • 1 cup fat-free cream cheese
  • 1/2 cup vanilla salted caramel protein powder
  • 1/4 cup sugar-free maple syrup
  • 2 tsp vanilla extract

Graham Cracker Crust

  • 6 keto graham crackers
  • 1 tbsp melted butter

Toppings

  • fresh fruits (such as berries)
  • blueberry jam (optional)

Chocolate Cheesecake Variation

  • 1 tbsp cocoa powder

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Cheesecake Filling: In a blender or food processor, combine the cottage cheese, fat-free cream cheese, protein powder, sugar-free maple syrup, and vanilla extract. Blend until the mixture is completely smooth and creamy, scraping down the sides as needed to ensure everything is well-mixed.
  2. Crush the Graham Crackers: Place the keto graham crackers into the blender or food processor in batches if required. Pulse until the crackers are finely crushed into a crumb-like texture.
  3. Mix Crumbs with Butter: Transfer the graham cracker crumbs to a bowl. Add the melted butter and mix thoroughly until the crumbs are evenly coated and slightly clumpy to form the crust base.
  4. Assemble the Jars: Spoon a layer of the graham cracker crust dust into the bottom of each jar or serving dish. Then, add the prepared cheesecake filling on top of the crust layer.
  5. Chill to Set: Refrigerate the assembled cheesecake jars for 1-2 hours to allow the flavors to meld and the filling to fully set.
  6. Add Toppings and Serve: Once chilled, top each jar with fresh fruits of your choice and optionally a spoonful of blueberry jam. Serve chilled and enjoy your high-protein cheesecake jars.
  7. Chocolate Variation: For the chocolate version, blend 1 tbsp of cocoa powder into the cheesecake filling until smooth. Adjust sweetness with additional sweetener if desired, then proceed with assembling the jars as usual.

Notes

  • The chocolate cheesecake variation involves adding cocoa powder to the filling for a rich chocolate flavor.
  • Use keto-friendly graham crackers to keep the crust low in carbs.
  • Ensure the cream cheese is softened for easier blending and smoother filling texture.
  • Refrigeration time helps the cheesecake to firm up; do not skip this step for best results.
  • Fresh fruits like strawberries, blueberries, or raspberries complement the cheesecake nicely and add natural sweetness.
  • This dessert is great for meal prepping and can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 jar (approx. 150g)
  • Calories: 220 kcal
  • Sugar: 3g
  • Sodium: 150mg
  • Fat: 8g
  • Saturated Fat: 3g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 4g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 15g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 25g
  • Cholesterol: 20mg

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