Keto 30g Protein Cheesecake Cloud Cups

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The Keto 30g Protein Cheesecake Cloud Cups are a healthy dessert. This dessert is full of a creamy flavor. These little cheesecake cups are easy to prepare for a delicious sweet. You can easily prepare them in just 35 minutes.They are made with cottage cheese, protein powder, Greek yogurt, and vanilla. This recipe is healthy for the keto diet because it contains all the low-carb ingredients. You can store them for a long time in a container so their taste and texture will never get spoiled. They contain 98 kcal,2.8 g net carbs, and 14 g protein in one serving. Serve these Keto 30g Protein Cheesecake Cloud Cups with blueberries, chopped almonds, and Keto chocolate mousse.

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STATS:

  • Calories: 98 kcal
  • Serving size: 1 cheesecake cup
  • Cook time: 25 minutes
  • Cuisine: American
  • Prep time: 10 minutes
  • Total time: 35 minutes
  • Course: Dessert
  • Diet: Keto, Low-Carb, High-Protein, Gluten-Free
  • Serving: 4 cups

EQUIPMENT:

  • Mixing bowl
  • Blender
  • Measuring cups & spoons
  • Whisk
  • 4 small oven-safe ramekins
  • Baking tray
  • Spatula

INGREDIENTS:

  • 1 cup  low-fat cottage cheese
  • 1 scoop  vanilla protein powder
  • 2 tbsp Greek yogurt
  • 1 large egg
  • 2 tbsp zero-calorie sweetener
  • 1/2  tsp vanilla essence
  • 1 tsp lemon juice
  • 1 tsp cornstarch
  • A pinch of salt

INGREDIENT NOTES:

EGG:

  • Eggs are used to bind all the ingredients together. It will help the cheesecake cups hold together and give them a soft texture. They also add protein and help the cheesecake set properly while baking.  Flax eggs and Chia eggs are also a substitute, but the texture and taste of the cups will be a little different, depending on your choice.

GREEK YOGURT:

  • The Greek yogurt will provide the extra creaminess to the cheesecake cups.  It will also give the proteins which are good for your health. You can also use plain or dairy-free yogurt, as it also works best to provide good results in the recipe, as per your choice.

COTTAGE CHEESE:

  • The Cottage cheese will give these cheesecake cups a creamy texture and add some protein. Mix it well until it is smooth to remove any lumps and get a soft cheesecake consistency. You can also use ricotta cheese in the recipe, as per your choice. It also works best in the recipe.

VANILLA EXTRACT:

  • This provides a pleasant smell to the cheesecake cups. Vanilla extract also makes the dessert rich in taste and more flavorful. You can use vanilla bean paste instead, as per your choice; it works well to provide a good taste in the recipe.

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INSTRUCTIONS:

  1. Firstly, heat the oven, then put a little oil in 4 small oven-safe cups
  2. Now put the cottage cheese in a blender and mix until it gets smooth.
  3. Then add the protein powder, Greek yogurt, egg, sweetener, vanilla, lemon juice, cornstarch, and a pinch of salt.
  4. Blend it again until all the ingredients mix well and the mixture becomes creamy.
  5. Then pour the mixture equally into the 4 cups you have prepared.
  6. Now put the cups on a tray and bake them for 25 minutes, until the sides look set and the middle becomes soft.
  7. Then take them out of the oven and let them cool down for 2 hours.
  8. Lastly, serve the chilled cupcakes and enjoy.

TIPS:

  • You can adjust the sweetener as per your taste in the recipe.
  • Avoid overbaking the cheesecake cups because they will become so dry.
  • Blend the cottage cheese properly so it becomes smooth.
  • You can use a Greek yogurt without sugar, so the carbs stay low.

STORAGE INFORMATION:

FRIDGE:

  • Add the cheesecake cups to a container and store them for 4 days.

FREEZER:

  • You can also store them for a long time in a container so they will give you the best taste.

FAQs:

Can I use a different sweetener in this recipe?

  • Yes, you can use erythritol, monk fruit sweetener, or any other sweetener of your choice.

How do I know if the cheesecake cups are ready?

  • The sides will look set, and the middle will be a little soft. This means they are done.

Is it possible to prepare these cheesecake cups in advance?

  • Yes, you can prepare the cheesecake cups one day before and store them in a fridge.

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NUTRITIONAL INFORMATION:

Calories: 98 kcal

Net carbs: 2.8 g

Total carbs: 3.1 g

Fiber: 0.3 g

Protein: 14.6 g

Fat: 3 g

Iron: 0.4 mg

Vitamin A: 35 mcg

Calcium: 90 mg

Sodium: 150 mg

Potassium: 120 mg

Serving size: 1 cheesecake cup

Servings: 4