Protein Kinako Cheesecake Bark
A delightful, guilt-free twist on cheesecake that combines creamy flavors with protein-packed kinako for a healthy treat.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 360 minutes
- Total Time: 375 minutes
- Yield: 16 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Freezing
- Cuisine: Japanese
- Diet: Gluten-Free, Vegetarian
Ingredients
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- 1 cup Greek Yogurt (or Skyr)
- 8 oz Light Cream Cheese
- ¼ cup Kinako (Toasted Soybean Flour)
- 1 scoop Protein Powder (flavor of choice)
- Natural Sweetener (honey, maple syrup, or sugar-free sweetener)
- Optional: Matcha, vanilla extract, or black sesame seeds
Instructions
- Prepare your baking dish by lining an 8×8 inch dish with parchment paper.
- Mix in a medium bowl 1 cup Greek yogurt and 8 oz light cream cheese until creamy and smooth.
- Add ¼ cup kinako and 1 scoop protein powder to the mixture and blend thoroughly.
- Pour the mixture into the prepared baking dish and smooth the top.
- Create layers and flavor by sprinkling additional kinako and drizzling sweetener over the top before swirling with a knife.
- Freeze for 4-6 hours or until set.
- Cut into squares or rectangles once set.
- Store in an airtight container in the freezer.
Notes
Garnish with dusted kinako and serve with fresh berries for a refreshing contrast.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece
- Calories: 70
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 70mg
- Fat: 3g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 10mg
Keywords: cheesecake bark, kinako, protein dessert, healthy snacks, Japanese dessert