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No-Bake High-Protein Cheesecake Jars

Close-up of a layered Protein Cheesecake in a small glass jar, topped with fresh blueberries and red currants.
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Make creamy, satisfying protein cheesecake in individual jars. This no-bake recipe uses Greek yogurt and cottage cheese for a high-protein, low-guilt dessert perfect for meal prep.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup low-fat cottage cheese
  • 1 cup plain non-fat Greek yogurt
  • 1/2 cup vanilla or unflavored protein powder
  • 1/4 cup powdered erythritol or preferred zero-calorie sweetener
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/4 teaspoon lemon zest
  • 1/2 cup crushed graham crackers or low-carb/gluten-free cookie crumbs (for crust)
  • 1 tablespoon melted light butter or coconut oil
  • Optional topping: Fresh berries or sugar-free chocolate chips

Instructions

  1. Prepare the crust: Mix the crushed graham crackers or crumbs with the melted butter or coconut oil. Press about 1 tablespoon of the mixture firmly into the bottom of four small jars or ramekins. Chill these crust layers while you prepare the filling.
  2. Make the filling: Combine the cottage cheese, Greek yogurt, protein powder, sweetener, vanilla extract, and lemon zest in a food processor or high-speed blender. Process until the mixture is completely smooth and creamy, scraping down the sides as needed.
  3. Assemble the jars: Spoon or pipe the cheesecake filling evenly over the chilled crust layers in the four jars.
  4. Top the jars: Add your desired topping, such as a few fresh berries or a sprinkle of sugar-free chocolate chips.
  5. Chill: Cover the jars and refrigerate for at least 2 hours to allow the filling to set firmly before serving.

Notes

  • For a thicker texture, use all cottage cheese instead of mixing with Greek yogurt, or add 1 tablespoon of cream cheese substitute if available.
  • This recipe is excellent for meal planning; prepare up to three days in advance and store sealed in the refrigerator.
  • If you are tracking macros similar to those provided by meal delivery companies, note that this recipe is high in protein and low in added sugar.

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