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Mini Protein Cheesecakes

Mini Protein Cheesecakes: Guilt-Free Delight in Every Bite

Delight in these Healthy Mini Protein Cheesecakes, each packed with over 9 grams of protein, gluten-free, and guilt-free indulgence.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Cooling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Servings: 12 cheesecakes
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150

Ingredients
  

For the Crust
  • 1.5 cups Graham Cracker Crumbs Use gluten-free for a gluten-free treat
  • 6 tablespoons Salted Butter Coconut oil works for dairy-free
For the Filling
  • 8 oz Cream Cheese Always use room temperature for easy mixing
  • 1 cup Plain 0% Greek Yogurt Any plain yogurt will do
  • 1/2 cup Granulated Sugar Can be replaced with erythritol for sugar-free
  • 1 whole Egg Provides structure; consider a flax egg for vegan
  • 1 large Egg Yolk
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract Choose pure extract for the best results
  • 2 tablespoons Lemon Juice Brightens the cheesecake’s flavor
  • 1 teaspoon Lemon Zest Great for a refreshing twist
  • 2 tablespoons Arrowroot Starch Or Cornstarch to stabilize the filling

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Cupcake Tin
  • Food processor
  • Mixing bowl
  • Hand Mixer
  • spatula

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a standard cupcake tin with 12 paper liners.
  2. In a food processor, pulse graham cracker crumbs until finely ground. Combine with melted salted butter in a medium bowl until it resembles wet sand.
  3. Press about 1.5 tablespoons of the mixture into each cupcake liner, creating an even crust.
  4. Bake the crusts in the preheated oven for 5–6 minutes until set and lightly golden, then cool.
  5. In a mixing bowl, beat room-temperature cream cheese until smooth. Gradually mix in Greek yogurt, an egg, sugar, vanilla, lemon juice, lemon zest, and arrowroot starch.
  6. Distribute the filling evenly into the cooled crusts, filling each liner just below the top.
  7. Bake the cheesecakes for 17–20 minutes until the filling is set but slightly jiggly in the center.
  8. Cool at room temperature for 30 minutes, then chill in the refrigerator for at least 3 hours.
  9. Serve chilled, topped with fresh berries and mint leaves.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cheesecakeCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 9gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 180mgPotassium: 100mgFiber: 1gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 100mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Ensure cream cheese and yogurt are room temperature for a smooth filling. Avoid overmixing to prevent a tough texture. Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 5 days or freeze for up to 3 months.

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