No Bake Protein Cheesecake Jar - Great for Summer!

This No Bake Protein Cheesecake Jar is the perfect summer dessert! It's an easy, healthy high protein treat that's also low calorie, low sugar and packed with flavor. 

This healthy strawberry cheesecake jar is surprisingly easy to make and requires no baking, making it ideal for those hot summer days when even turning on the oven sounds like too much work. Simply whip up the crust and filling in a matter of minutes, then refrigerate for a few hours and you've got a delicious and refreshing dessert ready to enjoy.

Well there is that bit of heat from turning on the stove to make that sugar free strawberry compote that goes on top of the cheesecake layer, but it's totally worth it!

Why You'll Love This Low Calorie Cheesecake jar Recipe:

• High in protein: Packed with protein to keep you feeling full and satisfied.
• No-bake: Quick and easy to make, perfect for those hot summer days.
• Deliciously creamy: A rich and indulgent texture without the guilt.
• Fresh strawberry flavor: The perfect balance of sweet and tangy.

Ingredients for No-Bake Cheesecake Jar with Protein Powder

This no bake cheesecake jar with protein powder is really easy to whip up on a hot summer afternoon.

Here's what you need for the no bake protein powder strawberry cheesecake:

The Base:

• Crushed Graham Crackers or Vanilla Wafers

The Cheesecake Layer:

• Vanilla Protein Powder - this makes for a sugar free protein cheesecake pot; I used the vanilla protein powder from Quest for this recipe.
• Unflavored Collagen Peptides to add even more protein (but this is optional)
  I use the one from Vital Proteins.
• Reduced Fat Cream Cheese for a low fat and low calorie cheesecake jar recipe
• Non-fat Greek Yogurt for extra creaminess and even more protein!

Strawberry Compote with no Sugar added:

• Fresh Strawberries - hulled and sliced
• Zero Calorie Monkfruit Sweetener  like this one from Lakanto
• Water

Instructions to make the Best No Bake Protein Strawberry Cheesecake:

1. Prepare the strawberry compote: In a small saucepan, combine sliced strawberries, water, and zero-calorie monkfruit sweetener. Heat the mixture over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until the strawberries soften and release their juices. Bring to a simmer and cook for 5-7 minutes, or until the mixture thickens slightly. Remove from heat and let cool before using.
2. Prepare the crust: Crush the graham crackers or wafers in a bowl. Press into the bottom of a jar.
3. Make the filling: In a large bowl, beat cream cheese until smooth.
   Add Greek yogurt and beat again.Gradually add the protein powder and unflavored collagen, mixing until combined.
4. Assemble the cheesecake: Pour the filling over the prepared crust and smooth the top.
   Add the strawberry compote on top and smoothen again!
5. Serve: Refrigerate the cheesecake for at least 2 hours before serving. Top with crushed cracker crumbs and enjoy!

Tips for No Bake Strawberry Protein Cheesecake Pot

• Use room temperature ingredients
  The cream cheese and yogurt need to be at room temperature to avoid lumps.

• Beat the cream cheese well
  For a light and fluffy and creamy texture in the cheesecake layer.

• Let strawberry compote cool before adding it on top of the cheesecake layer to prevent the top of the cheesecake from getting all weird.

• Let no bake cheesecake pot cool completely
  This strawberry protein cheesecake pot is best served cold, and you want it to cool and set for at least 1-2 hours.

Storing Your No-Bake Cheesecake Jar

• Refrigerator: This no-bake cheesecake jar is best stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator. It will keep for up to 3 days.
• Freezer: While not ideal, you can freeze this no bake strawberry cheesecake for up to 2 months. To freeze, wrap the entire cheesecake tightly in plastic wrap, then in aluminum foil. Let thaw overnight in the refrigerator before serving.

Alternatives for Healthy Strawberry Cheesecake Jar

I used this set of ingredients for a low fat and high protein healthy strawberry cheesecake jar, but here are some alternatives to try:

• Reduced fat cream cheese: Use Regular cream cheese
• Non-fat Greek Yogurt: 2% fat or other low fat Greek yogurt, or even sour cream
• Graham/Vanilla Crackers : Other crackers or biscuit or even Granola!
  Use high protein granola for extra protein bump.
• Monkfruit: Use regular sugar, coconut sugar or even maple syrup or honey
• Unflavored Collagen: Use vanilla collagen or just skip this ingredient!

Make Protein Cheesecake Pot Vegan

For a Vegan version of this high protein cheesecake pot, use a plant based protein powder, dairy free cream cheese, and also diet-friendly crackers.

Some more healthy Single Serve Protein Powder Cheesecake Recipes to try:

• Single Serve Protein Cheesecake
• Pumpkin Protein Cheesecake Pot
• Chocolate Cheesecake Protein Mug Cake
• Protein Cheesecake Dip
• Chocolate Strawberry Cheesecake Protein Cookie

No Bake Protein Cheesecake Jar - Great for Summer!

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Prep Time5 minutes mins

Cook Time10 minutes mins

Chill Time:1 hour hr 45 minutes mins

Total Time2 hours hrs

Servings: 1 jar

Calories: 287kcal

Course: Dessert

Cuisine: American

This No Bake Protein Cheesecake Jar is the perfect summer dessert! It's an easy, healthy high protein treat that's also low calorie, low sugar and packed with flavor.

Ingredients

Strawberry Compote:

• ½ cup Chopped Strawberries, 75g
• 1 tablespoon Water, 15ml
• ½ tablespoon Zero Calorie Monkfruit Sweetener, Sugar-free, 6g

Cheesecake Layer:

• 1½ oz Softened Reduced Fat Cream Cheese, 42g
• 3 tablespoon Non-fat Greek Yogurt, 42g
• 2 tablespoon Vanilla Protein Powder, Whey-casein, 11g
• 1 scoop Unflavored Collagen, 10g

Crust:

• 3 Vanilla Wafers, Crushed, 15g

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Instructions

Strawberry Compote:

• Heat strawberries, water and sweetener in a small saucepan over medium, stirring occasionally until fruit begins to break down and bubble, about 7-10 min.
• Use a spoon or potato masher to mash to desired consistency.
• Remove from heat and let cool (place in fridge).

Cheesecake Layer:

• Place softened cream cheese in a bowl and whisk with a wire whisk or hand mixer (alternatively use a small food processor) until light and airy; About 30-45 seconds.
• Add Greek Yogurt and beat again.
• Add protein powder and unflavored collagen and mix.

Assemble:

• Crushed vanilla wafers into bottom of jar.
• Add cream cheese layer on top, and smoothen.
• Add cooled strawberry compote and smoothen top.
• Place in fridge for 1-2 hours, then remove and enjoy.

Notes

• Nutrition value is calculated using reduced fat cream cheese and products recommended below.
• See post for alternate ingredients, tips and storage options.

Product Recommendations:

• Quest Nutrition Vanilla Whey-Casein Protein Powder
• Vital Proteins Unflavored Collagen Peptides
• Lakanto Zero Calorie Monkfruit Sugar Substitute
• Kinnikinnick Gluten Free Vanilla Wafers

Nutrition:

• Yield: 1 jar | Serving size: 1
• Calories: 287 cal
• Fat: 11.3g | Saturated fat: 6.9g
• Carbohydrates: 23.5g | Fiber: 1.9g | Sugar: 10.1g
• Protein: 25.9g

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