Home Recipes Dessert
🍓 Dessert

Baked Protein Cheesecake Cups

Individual cheesecakes baked in muffin tins. 18g protein each, no crust needed. They look impressive and taste genuinely rich.

10Prep min
25Cook min
6Servings
MediumDifficulty
📋 Sign up to add to diary →
180Calories
18gProtein
8gCarbs
9gFat

Ingredients

Servings:
6
500g light cream cheese, room temperature
200g plain Greek yoghurt (0%)
2 scoops vanilla protein powder
2 large eggs
3 tbsp honey or maple syrup
1 tsp vanilla extract
1 tsp lemon zest
to serve fresh berries or berry compote

Method

1

Preheat oven to 160°C (140°C fan). Line a 6-hole muffin tin with paper cases or grease well.

2

Beat cream cheese with a hand mixer until completely smooth — no lumps. This step matters.

3

Add Greek yoghurt, protein powder, honey, vanilla, and lemon zest. Beat until smooth and well combined.

4

Add eggs one at a time, mixing on low speed after each addition. Do not overbeat once eggs are added.

5

Divide batter evenly among the 6 muffin holes.

6

Bake 22–25 minutes until the edges are just set but the centre still has a slight wobble.

7

Turn oven off. Leave cheesecakes inside with door ajar for 30 minutes. This prevents cracking.

8

Refrigerate at least 3 hours before serving. Top with fresh berries.

💡 Chef's Tips

Room temperature cream cheese is non-negotiable for a smooth batter. Cold cream cheese leaves lumps that do not bake out.

high protein vegetarian gluten free

Want a full week of meals like this matched to your calorie target?

Get My Free Meal Plan →
💎
Unlock 23 Premium Articles
AI coaching · Meal plans · Advanced guides · No ads
See Plans →