Single Serving Protein Cheesecake - Healthy, Creamy, Amazing!

Creamy Single Serving Protein Cheesecake will elevate your dessert game! Easy, healthy, low sugar and high protein single serving cheesecake - it's all you need.

Whether you're a solo dessert enthusiast or looking to impress your guests with an individualized treat, these single-serve cheesecakes are a culinary masterpiece waiting to be discovered. 

This single serving baked cheesecake really is a delightful experience! I've had it on my recipe list for the longest time, and really don't know why I waited this long. It really was good!

Ingredients for Single Serving Protein Cheesecake:

This single serving protein cheesecake recipe is a delicious and healthy dessert that is perfect for anyone looking for a low-calorie and high-protein treat. It is made with healthy ingredients like reduced fat cream cheese and Protein Powder.

What you need for the protein powder cheesecake:

• Reduced Fat Cream Cheese for a low fat and low calorie cheesecake recipe
• Nonfat Plain Greek Yogurt
• Vanilla Protein Powder - this makes for a sugar free protein cheesecake since it serves as the sweetener in place of sugar. I used the vanilla protein powder from Quest for this recipe since it's a whey-casein and bakes well.
• Some Cornstarch
• An Egg White

And for the healthy individual cheesecake crust:

• Plain or Honey Graham Crackers or Biscuits for the slight crunch (use gluten free if you need)
• Almond Butter - I use almond butter from American Dream Nut Butter (code HAYLSKITCHEN gives you a discount on these)
• Sugar Free Maple Syrup. I used the one from Lakanto (code HAYLSKITCHEN gives you a discount) for this recipe

How to Make Single Serve Protein Cheesecake

This single serve protein cheesecake is easy to make and perfect for a cheesecake craving. Here's how to make the perfect creamy single serving cheesecake:

1. Preheat oven to 350°F.
2. Prep the Ramekins: Line 2 ramekins with foil, grease sides with oil.
   Grease inside so the cheesecake doesn't stick to it.
3. Prep Crust: Process graham crackers, almond butter, maple syrup in food processor;

Press crust down into ramekins

4. Cream Cheese: Beat cream cheese (well) until airy & fluffy
   Beat the cream cheese well
   You really want to do this step so the cheesecake turns out light and fluffy and does ot get weighed down by the other ingredients.
   Use a low speed to beat
   If you don't use the low speed setting on the hand mixer or paddle stand mixer, you will get too much air inside.
5. Cheesecake Mix: Add yogurt and beat again; Add protien powder and cornstarch; Beat again; Add egg white; Beat again (very little).
   Use room temperature ingredients
   The cream cheese and egg white all need to be at room temperature or you will end up with lumpy single serving cheesecake.
6. Prep Water Bath: Fill a large, deep baking pan with 2-3" hot water. Wrap outside of cheesecake pan with foil (like placing pan into foil bowl).
   Use the waterbath! This lets the cheesecake cook slowly and evenly, and also prevents the rise and fall.
7. Bake Cheesecake: Pour into pan. Bake 20-25 minutes.
   Stop baking when the center is still slightly soft to touch (about ½" wide should be soft)
   The cheesecake will continue to cook a bit in the hot pan, and you don't want it to crack.
8. Cool Cheesecake: Completely! Then put in fridge 2 hours.

How to store Baked Cheesecake for One?

Congratulations on creating a delightful single-serve cheesecake! Here are some easy instructions to keep your cheesecake in its prime:

Refrigeration is Key: Once your single-serve cheesecake has cooled to room temperature, it's crucial to store it in the refrigerator. The cool temperature will help maintain the creamy consistency and preserve the flavors.

Cover and Seal: To prevent your single protein cheesecake from absorbing any unwanted odors or flavors from the fridge, cover it tightly with plastic wrap or aluminum foil. Make sure to seal the edges well to create a protective barrier.

Consume Within 5 Days: While this individual cheesecake for one can last for several days in the refrigerator, it's best enjoyed within a specific timeframe. Consume your single-serving protein cheesecake within 5 days for the optimal taste experience.

Freezing Option: If you want to extend the lifespan of your protein cheesecake for one, consider freezing it. Wrap it tightly in plastic wrap and then place it in a freezer-safe container. Be sure to label it with the date for easy reference.

Alternate Ingredients for Healthy Single Serve Cheesecake Recipe

I made this low calorie healthy single serve cheesecake with protein powder and low fat cream cheese, but here's some options to try:

Options for healthy cheesecake crust without butter:

• Graham Crackers: Gluten free grahams like these ones from Nairns will give you a gluten free cheesecake crust. 
• Sugar Free Maple Syrup: Regular maple syrup
• Almond Butter: Cashew Butter, Peanut Butter, Hazelnut Butter or even Tahini

And for the protein cheesecake for one:

• Reduced Fat Cream Cheese: Regular cream cheese
• Greek Yogurt: Coconut yogurt
• Cornstarch: Tapioca Starch

Some more healthy Protein Powder Cheesecake recipes to try:

• Cottage Cheese Protein Cheesecake
• Pumpkin Protein Cheesecake Jar for One
• No Bake Mini Protein Cheesecake
• Protein Blueberry Cheesecake Bars
• Protein Red Velvet Cheesecake