Description
These high protein healthy strawberry cheesecake bites are a lighter twist on traditional cheesecake, delivering a rich, creamy texture with a boost of protein in every bite. Made with wholesome ingredients and a naturally sweet strawberry topping, they’re perfect for meal prep, snacking, or satisfying dessert cravings without feeling heavy.
Ingredients
- ¾ cup graham cracker crumbs
- 3 tablespoons melted butter
- 1 cup cottage cheese
- ⅓ cup plain Greek yogurt
- 2 tablespoons cream cheese
- 2 tablespoons sugar-free maple syrup
- 1 egg
- ¼ teaspoon baking powder
- 1 scoop strawberry or vanilla protein powder
- ¾ cup frozen strawberries
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a muffin tin with paper or silicone liners.
- In a small bowl, mix graham cracker crumbs with melted butter until combined. Press firmly into the bottom of each liner to form the crust.
- In a blender or food processor, combine cottage cheese, Greek yogurt, cream cheese, maple syrup, egg, baking powder, and protein powder. Blend until smooth and creamy.
- Evenly divide the cheesecake batter over the prepared crusts.
- Bake for 35–40 minutes, or until the centers are set and slightly firm to the touch.
- While baking, heat frozen strawberries in a small saucepan over medium heat. Simmer until they break down and thicken into a sauce.
- Allow cheesecakes to cool completely at room temperature.
- Spoon strawberry topping over each bite.
- Refrigerate for at least 4–6 hours, preferably overnight, until fully set.
Notes
- Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
- Freeze for up to 2 months and thaw overnight in the refrigerator before serving.
- Use gluten-free graham crackers for a gluten-free option.
- For a lower-carb version, omit the crust and use silicone molds.
- Fresh strawberries can be used in place of frozen; cook down the same way.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35–40 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 mini cheesecake bite
- Calories: 145 kcal
- Sugar: 4 g
- Sodium: 135 mg
- Fat: 8 g
- Saturated Fat: 4 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3.5 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 11 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 9 g
- Cholesterol: 35 mg
