Quick Description
These High-Protein Cheesecake Bars are rich, smooth, and bakery-thick with a melt-in-your-mouth texture. Made with Greek yogurt, cottage cheese, and protein powder, they deliver classic cheesecake flavor without the sugar crash. Perfect for weight-loss desserts, meal prep, or healthy sweet cravings.
Servings & Timing
Servings: 9 bars
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Bake Time: 35–40 minutes
Chill Time: 2 hours
Total Time: ~3 hours
Ingredients List
Crust (Optional – High Protein)
- 1 cup oat flour or crushed high-protein cookies
- 1 scoop vanilla protein powder
- 2 tbsp melted butter or coconut oil
- 2–3 tbsp milk (as needed)
(For crustless: skip and grease pan)
Cheesecake Filling
- 1½ cups cream cheese (light or regular, softened)
- 1 cup Greek yogurt (thick, high-protein)
- ½ cup cottage cheese (blended smooth)
- 1 scoop vanilla protein powder
- 2 large eggs
- ⅓ cup maple syrup or sugar-free sweetener
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt
Step-by-Step Instructions
Step 1: Prep
Preheat oven to 325°F (165°C).
Line an 8×8-inch pan with parchment paper.
Step 2: Make Crust (Optional)
Mix all crust ingredients until crumbly and press firmly into pan.
Bake for 8 minutes, then set aside.
Step 3: Make Cheesecake Filling
Blend cream cheese, Greek yogurt, cottage cheese, protein powder, eggs, sweetener, vanilla, and salt until completely smooth.
Step 4: Bake
Pour filling over crust.
Bake for 35–40 minutes, until edges are set and center slightly jiggles.
Step 5: Cool & Chill
Cool at room temperature, then refrigerate 2 hours (or overnight) before slicing.
Additional Notes
- Cheesecake firms up fully after chilling
- Blended cottage cheese adds protein without taste
- Overbaking causes cracks — slight jiggle is perfect
Dietary Info
High-Protein
Low Sugar
Vegetarian
Weight-Loss Friendly
Ingredient Details & Substitutions
- Greek Yogurt: Skyr works great
- Protein Powder: Vanilla or unflavored (whey preferred)
- Sweetener: Monk fruit, erythritol, honey, or maple syrup
- Crust: Almond flour for low-carb
Recipe Variations & Serving Suggestions
- Lemon Cheesecake: Add lemon zest + juice
- Blueberry Swirl: Swirl sugar-free blueberry compote
- Chocolate Cheesecake: Add cocoa powder
- Serve With: Fresh berries or protein chocolate drizzle
Storage & Make-Ahead
Fridge: 4–5 days
Freezer: Up to 2 months (slice first)
Best Texture: Chilled overnight
Nutrition (Per Bar – Approximate)
Calories: 180–220
Protein: 16–20 g
Carbs: 14–18 g
Fat: 7–9 g
Sugar: 4–6 g
Optional Personal Story
I wanted thick cheesecake without feeling heavy afterward—and these bars became a weekly staple. They taste indulgent but keep me full for hours.
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