Here’s an easy, High-Protein Cheesecake Jar recipe—no baking, creamy, and great for snacks or dessert 🥄💪
Ingredients (1 jar)
Cheesecake layer
- ½ cup plain Greek yogurt (or dairy-free high-protein yogurt)
- ¼ cup cottage cheese (blend smooth) or extra Greek yogurt
- 1–2 tbsp honey or maple syrup (to taste)
- ½ tsp vanilla extract
- Optional: 1 scoop protein powder (vanilla works best)
Crust (optional)
- 2 tbsp crushed graham crackers or oats
- 1 tsp melted butter or coconut oil
Toppings
- Fresh berries
- Fruit compote
- Peanut butter drizzle
- Chocolate chips (optional)
Instructions
- Blend cottage cheese (if using) until smooth.
- Mix yogurt, sweetener, vanilla, and protein powder until creamy.
- Stir crust ingredients together and press into the bottom of a jar (optional).
- Spoon cheesecake mixture on top.
- Add toppings, cover, and chill 30 minutes (or eat right away).
Protein Boost Tips
- Use high-protein Greek yogurt (0–2% or full-fat)
- Add chia seeds or powdered peanut butter
- Swap crust for crushed high-protein cereal
Flavor Variations
- Chocolate: add 1 tbsp cocoa powder
- Lemon: add lemon zest + splash of juice
- Peanut Butter: swirl in 1 tbsp PB
If you want, I can give you a dairy-free, vegan, or meal-prep (5-jar) version.