Creamy, protein-packed, and topped with a snappy chocolate shell — ready in minutes!
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High-Protein Peanut Butter Cheesecake Cup
A creamy, no-bake cheesecake made with cottage cheese + protein powder for a guilt-free, WW-friendly dessert.
Servings: 1 cheesecake cup
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Chill Time: 5–120 minutes
Total Time: 10 minutes
Dietary: High-Protein • Low Sugar • WW-Friendly • Gluten-Free
Ingredients
- ½ cup low-fat cottage cheese (Good Culture or similar)
- 1 scoop vanilla protein powder
- 1 tbsp peanut butter
- ½ tbsp maple syrup (or sugar-free syrup for lower points)
- 1 tbsp dark chocolate chips (use sugar-free to reduce points)
- 1 tsp coconut oil
- ½ tbsp crushed peanuts (optional)
Instructions
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Blend the base:
Add cottage cheese, protein powder, peanut butter, and maple syrup to a blender. Blend until silky smooth. -
Assemble:
Pour the creamy mixture into a small glass, jar, or ramekin. -
Make the chocolate shell:
Add chocolate chips + coconut oil to a microwave-safe bowl. Melt in 30-second intervals, stirring between each, until smooth. -
Top it:
Pour melted chocolate over the cheesecake layer. Tilt the jar to coat evenly. Add crushed peanuts if using. -
Chill & serve:
Refrigerate or freeze until chocolate sets (5–10 min).
For a thicker cheesecake texture, chill 1–2 hours.
Quick Notes
- For WW-friendly, use sugar-free syrup + sugar-free chocolate chips.
- Cottage cheese + protein powder = a BIG protein boost with fewer calories than traditional cheesecake.
- Perfect for dessert, snack, or meal-prep singles.
Introduction
If you love peanut butter cups and creamy cheesecake but want something high-protein, low-sugar, and WW-friendly — this no-bake Peanut Butter Cheesecake Cup is your new go-to! It tastes like a dessert but fuels like a protein snack. No baking, no crust, no fuss.
Step-by-Step Guide
Step 1 — Blend:
Blend cottage cheese, protein powder, peanut butter, and sweetener until completely smooth.
Step 2 — Pour:
Transfer into your cup or jar.
Step 3 — Melt:
Heat chocolate + coconut oil until glossy and pourable.
Step 4 — Layer:
Spread the chocolate over the top.
Step 5 — Chill:
Pop into the fridge or freezer until firm.
Ingredient Breakdown & Substitutions
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Cottage Cheese:
Use low-fat for fewer calories; Greek yogurt also works. -
Protein Powder:
Vanilla whey or plant-based both blend well. -
Peanut Butter:
Swap with powdered PB mixed with water to lower fat + WW points. -
Sweetener:
Maple syrup → sugar-free syrup or monk fruit. -
Chocolate Chips:
Use Lily’s sugar-free for lowest WW points.
Variations
- Chocolate PB Cup: Add cocoa powder to the base.
- Strawberry PB: Add diced strawberries before topping.
- Crunchy Version: Stir peanuts directly into the base.
- PB&J Cup: Add a teaspoon of sugar-free jelly in the center.
Storage
- Refrigerate 3–4 days.
- Freeze up to 2 months (thaw in fridge before eating).
Nutrition (Estimated)
Varies by ingredients used — average with low-fat cottage cheese + sugar-free choc:
Approx per serving:
- Calories: ~210–260
- Protein: 24–28g
- Carbs: 6–10g (very low with sugar-free options)
- Fat: 10–14g
WW Points (estimated): 3–6 Points depending on your swaps.
(Use light PB or PB2 for lowest.)
FAQs
Is it WW-friendly?
Yes — especially with sugar-free chocolate and a low-cal sweetener.
Can I make it dairy-free?
Use dairy-free yogurt + vegan protein powder + DF chocolate.
Can it be meal-prepped?
Absolutely — it holds perfectly for days.
