Protein Yuzu Cheesecake Jars
Enjoy these delightful Protein Yuzu Cheesecake Jars, a light and whimsical dessert that combines creamy cheesecake goodness with the zesty flavor of yuzu.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 180 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Chilling
- Cuisine: Japanese
- Diet: Protein-rich, Healthy
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup Greek yogurt or skyr
- 1 cup light cream cheese
- 1 scoop protein powder
- 1–2 tablespoons yuzu juice
- 2–4 tablespoons natural sweetener (honey, maple syrup, or stevia)
- Optional: 1 cup graham cracker crumbs
- Optional: 2 tablespoons melted coconut oil
Instructions
- Prepare the base by mixing 1 cup of graham cracker crumbs, 2 tablespoons of melted coconut oil, and 2 tablespoons of natural sweetener. Spoon into jars and press down.
- Create the cheesecake filling by combining 1 cup of Greek yogurt, 1 cup of light cream cheese, and 1 scoop of protein powder until smooth.
- Add in 1-2 tablespoons of yuzu juice and 2-4 tablespoons of natural sweetener. Stir until well combined.
- Layer the jars by adding cheesecake filling on top of the crumb base, using about 1/3 cup for each jar.
- Chill the jars in the refrigerator for at least 2-3 hours or overnight.
- Serve and enjoy with garnishes like fresh fruit, nuts, or a drizzle of honey.
Notes
You can customize these jars with different flavors and toppings. They are perfect for meal prepping and can last in the fridge for 3-5 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 jar
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
Keywords: proteins, yuzu, cheesecake, dessert, healthy, guilt-free, Japanese, no-bake
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