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Healthy High-Protein Yogurt Cheesecake Bars

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Creamy, tangy, and sweet cheesecake bars made with Greek yogurt and cream cheese, offering a wholesome, high-protein treat perfect for any occasion.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup almond flour
  • 2 tablespoons coconut oil, melted
  • 1 tablespoon maple syrup or honey
  • Pinch of sea salt
  • 16 oz cream cheese, softened
  • 1 cup plain Greek yogurt, full-fat or 2%
  • 3 large eggs, room temperature
  • ½ cup honey or maple syrup
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour or oat flour

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 325°F (163°C). Line an 8×8 inch baking pan with parchment paper, leaving some overhang for easy removal.
  2. Make the crust by combining almond flour, melted coconut oil, maple syrup, and sea salt until mixture resembles wet sand.
  3. Press the crust mixture evenly into the bottom of the prepared pan. Bake for 10-12 minutes until golden and nutty. Let cool.
  4. In a large bowl, beat softened cream cheese with an electric mixer until smooth and creamy.
  5. Add Greek yogurt, honey, lemon juice, and vanilla extract to the cream cheese. Mix until smooth and slightly thick.
  6. Beat in eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
  7. Gently fold in flour to help the filling set, being careful not to overmix.
  8. Pour the filling over the cooled crust and smooth the top. Tap the pan gently to release air bubbles.
  9. Bake for 35-40 minutes at 325°F (163°C) until edges are set and center jiggles slightly.
  10. Turn off oven and leave bars inside with door slightly open for 15 minutes to cool gradually.
  11. Remove from oven and cool completely on a wire rack. Refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight.
  12. Slice into 12 even bars using a warm, sharp knife for clean cuts.

Notes

Use room temperature cream cheese and eggs for smooth blending. Avoid overmixing flour to prevent cracks. Watch baking time closely; the center should jiggle slightly when done. Warm knife between slices for clean cuts.

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