Description
These High Protein Cheesecake Jars are a delicious and nutritious dessert option packed with protein and low in fat. Made with creamy cottage cheese, fat-free cream cheese, and protein powder, layered over a buttery keto graham cracker crust, and topped with fresh fruits or blueberry jam, these no-bake cheesecake jars are perfect for a quick, healthy treat that you can prepare in minutes and enjoy chilled.
Ingredients
Scale
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, sliced strawberries, or kiwi)
- Blueberry jam (optional)
Optional Chocolate Cheesecake Variation
- 1 tbsp cocoa powder
Instructions
- 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 completely smooth and creamy, scraping down the sides as needed to ensure thorough mixing.
- Make the Graham Cracker Crust: Place the keto graham crackers into the blender or food processor. Pulse until the crackers are finely crushed into a crumb-like texture.
- Combine Crust Ingredients: Transfer the crushed graham crackers into a bowl and mix with the melted butter until the mixture is evenly coated and forms slightly clumpy crumbs.
- Assemble the Jars: Spoon a layer of the graham cracker crust into the bottom of each jar or serving dish, pressing down lightly to create a firm base.
- Add the Cheesecake Filling: Spoon the creamy cheesecake filling on top of the graham cracker crust layer in each jar.
- Refrigerate: Refrigerate the jars for 1 to 2 hours to allow the flavors to meld and the cheesecake filling to set properly.
- Add Toppings and Serve: Before serving, top each jar with fresh fruits and, if desired, a spoonful of blueberry jam. Serve chilled and enjoy your high-protein cheesecake jars!
- Optional Chocolate Variation: For a chocolate version, blend 1 tablespoon of cocoa powder into the cheesecake filling until smooth. Add extra sweetener to taste if necessary. Then assemble and chill as usual.
Notes
- For the chocolate cheesecake, add cocoa powder into the filling and adjust sweetener according to taste.
- Use fresh, seasonal fruits for the best flavor and texture.
- These jars can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Use keto graham crackers or any low-carb cracker to keep the crust low in carbs.
- For a dairy-free version, substitute cream cheese and cottage cheese with plant-based alternatives.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 jar (approx. 150g)
- Calories: 220 kcal
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 150 mg
- Fat: 6 g
- Saturated Fat: 3.5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 18 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 24 g
- Cholesterol: 25 mg
