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High Protein Cheesecake Jars

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

  • High in protein to satisfy your sweet tooth without guilt.
  • Creamy, smooth cheesecake texture with a crunchy keto graham cracker base.
  • Easy to make in jars for portion control and convenience.
  • Customizable with fresh fruits and optional chocolate flavor.
  • Perfect for a snack, dessert, or even a light breakfast.

Ingredients

Cheesecake Filling:

  • 1¼ cups cottage cheese
  • 1 cup fat-free cream cheese
  • ½ cup protein powder (Vanilla Salted Caramel recommended)
  • ¼ cup sugar-free maple syrup
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract

Graham Cracker Crust:

  • 6 keto graham crackers
  • 1 tablespoon melted butter

Toppings:

  • Fresh fruits
  • Blueberry jam

Optional Chocolate Version:

  • 1 tablespoon cocoa powder

(Tip: You’ll find the full list of ingredients and measurements in the recipe card below.)

Directions

  1. In a blender or food processor, combine cottage cheese, fat-free cream cheese, protein powder, sugar-free maple syrup, and vanilla extract. Blend until smooth and creamy. Scrape down the sides as needed.
  2. Add keto graham crackers to the blender or food processor in batches if necessary. Pulse until finely crushed to a crumb-like texture.
  3. Transfer crumbs to a bowl, mix with melted butter until evenly coated and slightly clumpy.
  4. Spoon a layer of the graham cracker crust into the bottom of each jar or serving dish.
  5. Add the cheesecake filling on top of the crust layer.
  6. Refrigerate jars for 1–2 hours to let the flavors meld and filling set.
  7. Before serving, top each jar with fresh fruits and a spoonful of blueberry jam.
  8. For the chocolate version, blend cocoa powder into the cheesecake filling until smooth, adjusting sweetener if needed, then assemble as above.

Servings and Timing

  • Servings: 4
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Chill Time: 1–2 hours
  • Total Time: Approximately 2 hours

Variations

  • Use any protein powder flavor you prefer.
  • Add different fresh fruits like strawberries, raspberries, or kiwi.
  • Try a nutty topping like chopped almonds or walnuts.

Storage

Keep refrigerated in airtight containers for up to 3 days.

Conclusion

These High Protein Cheesecake Jars are an easy and nutritious dessert or snack, blending creamy cheesecake goodness with a crunchy crust and fresh fruit topping. Perfect for anyone looking to enjoy a tasty treat without sacrificing protein intake.

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High Protein Cheesecake Jars

High Protein Cheesecake Jars


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  • Author: Chef Sara
  • Total Time: Approximately 2 hours
  • Yield: 4 servings
  • Diet: Low Fat

Description

High Protein Cheesecake Jars are a creamy, protein-packed dessert with a crunchy keto graham cracker crust and fresh fruit topping, perfect for a healthy snack or light breakfast.


Ingredients

1¼ cups cottage cheese

1 cup fat-free cream cheese

½ cup protein powder (Vanilla Salted Caramel recommended)

¼ cup sugar-free maple syrup

2 teaspoons vanilla extract

6 keto graham crackers

1 tablespoon melted butter

Fresh fruits

Blueberry jam

Optional: 1 tablespoon cocoa powder (for chocolate version)


Instructions

  1. Blend cottage cheese, fat-free cream cheese, protein powder, sugar-free maple syrup, and vanilla extract until smooth and creamy. Scrape sides as needed.
  2. Add keto graham crackers in batches; pulse until finely crushed.
  3. Transfer crumbs to bowl, mix with melted butter until coated and clumpy.
  4. Spoon graham cracker crust into bottom of each jar or serving dish.
  5. Add cheesecake filling on top of crust.
  6. Refrigerate jars for 1–2 hours to set and meld flavors.
  7. Before serving, top with fresh fruits and a spoonful of blueberry jam.
  8. For chocolate version, blend cocoa powder into filling before assembling.

Notes

Use any protein powder flavor preferred.

Try different fresh fruits like strawberries, raspberries, or kiwi.

Add chopped nuts like almonds or walnuts for extra crunch.

Store refrigerated in airtight containers for up to 3 days.

  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: undefined
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Blending and chilling
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 jar
  • Calories: 250
  • Sugar: 3g
  • Sodium: 150mg
  • Fat: 8g
  • Saturated Fat: 4g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 3g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 15g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 25g
  • Cholesterol: 30mg

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