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High Protein Cheesecake Jars Recipe

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  • Author: Julia
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes
  • Total Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Blending
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Low Fat

Description

These High Protein Cheesecake Jars are a delicious and healthy dessert option, featuring a creamy, protein-packed cheesecake filling layered over a crunchy keto graham cracker crust. Perfect for a guilt-free indulgence, topped with fresh fruits or blueberry jam. The recipe also offers a chocolate variation by adding cocoa powder to the filling.

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 (e.g., berries, sliced kiwi, or mango)
  • Blueberry jam (optional)

Chocolate Cheesecake Variation

  • 1 tbsp cocoa powder (to be added to cheesecake filling)

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Cheesecake Filling: In a blender or food processor, combine the cottage cheese, fat-free cream cheese, vanilla salted caramel protein powder, sugar-free maple syrup, and vanilla extract. Blend until the mixture is completely smooth and creamy, scraping down the sides if needed to ensure even mixing.
  2. Make the Graham Cracker Crust: Place the keto graham crackers into the blender or food processor and pulse until finely crushed into a crumb-like texture. Transfer the crumbs to a bowl and mix with the melted butter until the crumbs are evenly coated and slightly clumpy.
  3. Assemble the Jars: Spoon a layer of the graham cracker crust evenly into the bottom of each jar or serving dish to form the base layer.
  4. Add the Cheesecake Filling: Spread the prepared cheesecake filling on top of the graham cracker crust inside each jar.
  5. Chill the Jars: Refrigerate the jars for 1-2 hours to allow the flavors to meld and the cheesecake filling to set properly.
  6. Add Toppings and Serve: Before serving, top each jar with fresh fruits of your choice or a spoonful of blueberry jam. Serve chilled and enjoy your high-protein cheesecake jars!
  7. Chocolate Variation (Optional): For the chocolate cheesecake version, blend 1 tablespoon of cocoa powder into the cheesecake filling until smooth. Adjust sweetness by adding more sugar-free maple syrup if needed. Then assemble and chill as usual.

Notes

  • To make a chocolate version, add cocoa powder to the filling and adjust sweetness accordingly before assembling.
  • Use keto-friendly graham crackers to keep the recipe low in carbs and suitable for ketogenic diets.
  • Refrigerate for up to 2 days for best texture and flavor.
  • Fresh fruits can be substituted with low-sugar jams or nut toppings based on preference.
  • Ensure protein powder is suitable for your dietary needs—vanilla salted caramel flavor enhances taste but can be swapped.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 jar (approx. 1 serving)
  • Calories: 220
  • Sugar: 3g
  • Sodium: 180mg
  • Fat: 7g
  • Saturated Fat: 3g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 4g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 12g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 25g
  • Cholesterol: 20mg

Find it online: https://lazydayrecipes.com/high-protein-cheesecake-jars-recipe/